Ryne Nelson Continues Rotation Bid in Spring Training

Ryne Nelson is set to start against the Athletics, marking his third appearance of the spring. Across his first two starts, he logged 4.2 innings, allowing two runs on three hits with a 6:0 strikeout-to-walk ratio. While Zac Gallen has been named the Opening Day starter, Nelson is competing for a spot in the Diamondbacks' rotation. He is expected to be followed in today's game by Thomas Hatch, Kevin Ginkel, Ryan Thompson, and Philip Abner.