Nelson allowed one run on four hits, struck out four and walked six over 5.1 innings in a no-decision against the Pirates on Saturday.
He yielded a run in the first, then shut the door the rest of the way. Nelson left with a one-run lead, but the Brewers' bullpen allowed the Pirates to tie the game in the seventh. With six free passes, Nelson was fortunate to get out of this outing with only one run allowed. Pittsburgh stranded eight baserunners and grounded into two double plays in the first six frames alone. His next start will be Friday versus the Cardinals.