Stephenson threw two perfect innings against the Cubs on Friday, striking out four of the six batters he faced. All four of Stephenson's strikeouts came on curveballs, the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Stephenson wanted to work on two things this spring -- using his curveball and throwing inside more. At least in this outing, he accomplished that. Given how poorly his previous start went, giving up four runs in one inning, he needed this outcome.