Nationals Rookie DJ Herz Dominates Marlins with 13-Strikeout Gem
Herz becomes second pitcher since 1901 to achieve 13 strikeouts and zero walks in one of his first three MLB starts.
- DJ Herz led the Nationals to a 4-0 victory over the Marlins, allowing just one hit in six innings.
- Herz's performance joins him with Stephen Strasburg in achieving this rare feat early in their careers.
- The 23-year-old left-hander struck out eight of his first ten batters and finished with 13 strikeouts.
- Herz's outing marked his first MLB win and the highest strikeout total for a Nationals rookie since 2010.
- Acquired from the Cubs last season, Herz lowered his ERA to 3.77 after his longest career outing.