Walters gets first career complete-game win: Minnesota starter P.J. Walters made just his third start of the season on Tuesday night in Chicago. Making just his seventh career start in the major leagues, Walters recorded his first complete-game victory on Tuesday night against the White Sox. The 27-year-old starter was masterful against the White Sox after allowing a Gordon Beckham home run in the first inning. He didn't give up another run until the ninth as he won 9-2 and was backed by plenty of run support. Walters allowed two earned runs on five hits and two walks over his nine innings on the hill. He struck out eight batters and threw 110 pitches to go the distance. Walters lowered his ERA to 2.95 on the year. (Updated 05/22/2012)
Injury Report
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Fantasy Analysis
Walters improved to 2-1 on the season after three starts but has won his last two for the Twins. Walters has allowed just seven earned runs on the season spanning 21 1/3 innings and that comes with 15 strikeouts. He's been impressive and basically constitutes an ace for the Minnesota rotation considering how badly the team has pitched in general. Still, Walters needs to prove more before Fantasy owners rush out and grab him across the board. For now, he remains more of an AL-only Fantasy option. Walters will make a second start in the current scoring period and that comes on Sunday against Detroit. (Updated 05/22/2012).
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