6 losses in a row, where do the Seattle Mariners go from here
The Bullpen
Seattle relievers are dropping like flies. The latest was Kendall Graveman. Sunday, the M’s put Graveman on the injured list due to COVID-19. He joins Will Vest and Drew Steckenrider on the Covid list. The trio has been Seattle’s most effective relievers.
Graveman became the M’s closer after Rafael Montero struggled in that role. Montero most likely takes the spot over again. Wyatt Mills was recalled to take Graveman’s spot. This is his third callup. To be honest, I don’t know why. He has struggled mightily. Mills pitched in seven games resulting in a 12.15 ERA. Mills might be a good reliever in the future for the Mariners; however, his confidence has to be shot.
Short-term Outlook
A byproduct of injuries to the starters is overusing relievers. In April, Seattle’s pen was the best in baseball. In May, not so much. Even the Triple-A pitchers are injured. Tacoma has Sam Deplane and Joey Gerber on their IL. It’s up to Montero, Robert Dugger, Erik Swanson, Yohan Ramirez, and a less than effective recently Anthony Misiewicz to hold down the fort.
Other Possibilities
One thing the Mariners have going for them is a great farm system. It’s possible fans could see catcher Cal Raleigh and outfielder Julio Rodriguez this year. M’s General Manager Jerry Dipoto could also make some trades to shake things up.
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