What a turnaround for Gallen compared to his poor start on opening day. He had significantly better command of his patented knuckle-curve and it sent the Yankees spinning with a whopping 13 swings-and-misses. Overall, he forced a career-best 25 whiffs and tied his career-high with 13 strikeouts. His fastball was a bit spotty, but his knuckle-curve, slider, and changeup were all so nasty that it didn’t matter at all. He’s lined up for a two-start week coming up against the Orioles and Brewers.

Gallen was given the Opening Day nod over Corbin Burnes, and it didn’t go particularly well. He issued four walks while throwing just 43-of-83 pitches for strikes, and he also gave up a solo shot to Ian Happ. It’s just one start, but fantasy managers have the right to be disappointed. Just don’t do anything stupid. Gallen will try and bounce back against the Yankees next week.

Gallen struck out two and walked two to end the spring 2-0 with a 2.89 ERA in four starts. He’ll next face the Cubs on Opening Day.