Heckathorn makes rare outing: Milwaukee starting pitcher Kyle Heckathorn allowed five runs and eight hits in five innings during the Brewers' 5-3 loss to the Cubs in a Cactus League game on Tuesday. Heckathorn, who has not advanced past Double-A in the minors, had six strikeouts and two walks. Three of his runs permitted came on a pair of home runs, including Starlin Castro's two-run shot in the first inning. (Updated 04/03/2012)
Injury Report
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Fantasy Analysis
It took the second-to-last day of spring training, but Heckathorn made his first Cactus League appearance. The right-hander earned the spot start against the Brewers' NL Central rival to avoid the team utilizing a regular pitcher. Heckathorn struggled at the Double-A level last year and finished with a 7.18 ERA in seven starts. He will likely start there again this season, and is not considered a worthwhile Fantasy option for now. (Updated 04/03/2012).