Diamondbacks rookie starting pitcher Chase Anderson earned the win in his major-league debut Sunday against the White Sox. Pitching on the road, the right-handed hurler allowed one run on two hits and one walk, while striking out six in 5 1/3 innings during a 5-1 win.
Anderson (1-0) made quick work of the White Sox in the first inning, retiring the side on 12 pitches. He allowed a leadoff single to Jose Abreu in the second inning, but it would be the only hit he would allow in the first 5 1/3 innings.
Anderson allowed his only run when Moises Sierra connected for a solo home run with one out in the sixth inning. He was lifted after issuing a one-out walk to Tyler Flowers.
With an off-day Thursday and next Monday, the Diamondbacks don't need a fifth starter until May 24 at N.Y. Mets. However, Anderson might not be skipped after his strong showing Sunday.