John Holdzkom earned his first big league victory Friday, walking one and striking out another in a scoreless relief inning against the Brewers.

Holdzkom earned his first big league victory Friday, walking one and striking out another in a scoreless relief inning against the Brewers.

Analysis:

Holdzkom has posted seven consecutive scoreless outings, whiffing 11 batters while walking just two. He's bounced around because of an inability to throw strikes but has given Pittsburgh a boost out of the bullpen.