Blach struck out three and walked two in Tuesday's no-decision against the Nationals, allowing three runs on four hits in five innings.
Blach pitched rather well in Tuesday's outing, the only major blemish being a three-run homer from Michael Taylor in the fourth. It was only the second homer Blach has allowed in 31.1 innings. The 27-year-old lefty relies on inducing weak contact and control to be effective. The control hasn't been there early on -- his current walk rate (4.0 BB/9) is significantly higher than last year's rate of 2.4 BB/9. We're only six starts into the season, but Blach's walk numbers should garner some attention. With the Giants set to play a doubleheader Saturday, Blach's next start should be a matchup at home against the Dodgers on Sunday.