Quintana allowed six hits and a walk while striking out six batters in six scoreless innings Wednesday against the Pirates. He didn't factor into the decision.
It was a strong start to the month for Quintana, who is coming off a disappointing August that saw him post a 5.73 ERA across six starts. He's now posted two straight quality starts -- both against the Pirates -- allowing three runs and striking out 15 batters over 12 innings during that stretch. Wednesday's outing, which was Quintana's first shutout since July 16 (eight starts), lowered his ERA to 4.32 through 28 starts this season. With an off-day Monday, Quintana will make his next start against the Mets on an extra day of rest.