Houck did not throw double digit K's in a start last season. He only had 2 starts where he didn't walk anyone. This would have been his best start last season.
According to Gamescore, these starts would have been Kutter, Whitlock and Pivetta's 3rd best start from 2023. They've looked good first time through.
The interview prior to last night's game with Andrew Bailey talked a bit about the importance of first pitch strikes and limiting walks.