Unlucky number 13
Last night’s brutal loss got a little more brutal today, as the team announced Ryan Bliss is headed to the IL with a biceps tear. The Mariners now bring a beleaguered bullpen into a bullpen day start, with Luis F. Castillo (The Pebble) making today’s start; meanwhile, the Astros have their #2, Hunter Brown. It doesn’t look great for them to win their first series of the year, guys.
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News:
More bad injury news for the Mariners: Ryan Bliss is headed to the IL with a biceps tear. Leo Rivas has been recalled to take his place. Additionally, Jesse Hahn was rewarded for his heroic effort last night by being DFA’d; hopefully he clears waivers and can come back to the team, but also, he’s shown he’s deserving of an opportunity elsewhere.
In happier news, Matt Brash threw to two minor-league hitters today (Milkar Perez and Andrew Miller, down from High-A Everett). “I thought he looked really good, good velocity on the fastball, slider looked good. I know he’s anxious and I know he’s ready, so really good to see him out there today,” said Dan Wilson.
Captain’s Log:
Dan Wilson on Ryan Bliss’s injury:
“It’s a really tough break for Ryan. I think it shows a lot of heart—he played most of the game with it yesterday—it shows you a lot about what’s inside of him, the character that he has. It’s a tough break. But Ryan has such a great attitude, and he’s ready to get after it, get back and get healthy, and that’s a great attitude to start with.”
Today’s Game Information:
Game time: 1:10 PT
TV: ROOT Sports NW, with Aaron Goldsmith and Dave Valle
New this season, you can stream the ROOT broadcast with their new direct-to-consumer app. More details here.
Radio: 710 AM Seattle Sports with Rick Rizzs and Ryan Rowland-Smith
Today in Mariners History:
- 1980 – Dave Heaverlo is acquired from Oakland just hours before Opening Night contest against Toronto. He arrives during the game and then tosses 1.1 innings of hitless relief to earn the save in the 8-6 win.
- 1990 – Ken Griffey Jr. leads the Mariners to an Opening Day win at Anaheim with four hits, including a home run, as the Mariners defeat the Angels 7-4.
- 2022—Julio Rodríguez records his first MLB hit—a double to left center that sparked a comeback in the ninth inning—as the Mariners beat the Twins 4-3.