The Tigers beat the Dodgers 4-2 thanks to rookie pitcher Reese Olson

Reese Olson keeps pushing for a spot in the Detroit Tigers rotation next season.

The rookie won for the third time in four starts, combining with two relievers on a three-hitter to help the Tigers beat the Dodgers 4-2 on Wednesday night and avoid a sweep.

“His mix was great tonight against a good hitting lineup. Manager A.J. Hinch noted he was persistent in the strike zone. He shows he belongs and can act differently against different opponents. The appropriate pitch mix makes him as good as anyone we have.

“He will come out with his chest held high when you pitch as well as he did in Dodger Stadium.”