What happened: Foster Griffin has been overpowering hitters across his recent outings, allowing exactly one run in four consecutive starts. On the season he has held opponents to one earned run or fewer in 10 of his 16 starts, a level of consistency few starters sustain over that many turns through a rotation.

Why it matters: A starter limiting damage this reliably stabilizes a rotation and eases pressure on the bullpen across a long season. Sustained outings like this can move a pitcher into a higher-leverage role and shape how a staff is aligned down the stretch.

What to watch: Watch whether Griffin can extend the streak in his next turn and keep the strikeout-to-walk ratio elite as the workload climbs.