Cease (3-1) earned the win Tuesday after he pitched seven scoreless innings, giving up just one hit while striking out 11 batters against the Angels.
Cease was almost perfect Monday, posting a season-high 11 strikeouts while allowing just one hit, a double by Taylor Ward in the fourth inning. It was his second straight quality start, and he now sports a 2.48 ERA and 0.93 WHIP with a very impressive 12.1 K/9. With Lance Lynn (knee) on the shelf, Cease has stepped up as a very effective No. 2 option in the rotation behind Lucas Giolito early this season.