I just don't understand the over-reactions to Small's start whatsoever. Nothing that happened here is news or mildly surprising, imho. The issues for Ethan, and a forced promotion, were known: no third or secondary 'Out' pitch, walks concerning at Triple-A, best suited as a Middle-Relief guy until he gets his feet wet and develops more of his tool kit. He lost himself in his third inning. Kelly picked him up and helped the team in a super tough spot. This is baseball.
The jump to the Majors is HUGE. I think when you watch as many Minor League games as I do, your perspective is just much different. I consider today's start a huge success. It reinforces what Ethan needs to work upon and improve. Let's hope he finds himself in the interim and ensuing action. And, let's hope he keeps grinding.