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Arroyo Has Good Start, Keeps Spot

The Reds won the second game of today’s doubleheader against the Mets 7-1. Before this game, Bronson Arroyo had struggled mightily in nearly all of his starts. Some believed that Dusty Baker was on the verge of dropping him to the bullpen with one more horrendous start, as his control and velocity had been way off. Tonight, however, he had a very good outing.

He went eight innings, saving a tired Cincinnati bullpen, and gave up just one run and four hits. He also got nine strikeouts.

So, it was easily the best start for Bronson this season. Granted, it was against a Mets lineup that had already played a game today, but it’s still huge for him.

With Edinson Volquez starting to take the number two spot in the rotation, Arroyo may only be asked to perform the duties of a number three starter. The key for him is location, as he seems to have his velocity back.

Now, Arroyo isn’t out of the woods yet. Even with a bad outing tonight in AAA, Homer Bailey is still waiting to be called up, and Bronson could go back to his bad ways. Still, a great sign for the Reds and Arroyo against the Mets, and for now, his spot is safe for at least two or three more starts.

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