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Ross faces original club during finale in DC

Cashner allowed one unearned run in six innings the last time out against the Cardinals, his best outing since May 22. He's been using a different grip on his slider and that pitch came into play in that start. He struck out eight.

Joe Ross #41, RHP Season: 4-5, 3.56 ERA, 58 SO

Ross is scheduled to take the mound one day after his brother, Tyson, faces the Nationals. It will be Ross’ first time pitching against the Padres. The rookie is 3-2 with a 2.27 ERA in five home starts.