Recently, the Seattle Mariners have been struggling in the past two weeks, but they received some positive news regarding starting pitcher Bryan Woo. Woo, who has been on the injured list due to a hamstring strain, is expected to return to the starting rotation before the All-Star break. This news was shared by Jerry Dipoto in an interview with MLB Network Radio, as reported by Curtis Rogers of Seattle Sports 710.
While Woo’s talent is undeniable with a 3-1 record and a 1.77 ERA in seven starts this season, his health concerns are real. He has a history of injuries, including Tommy John surgery in college and multiple stints on the injured list for various issues. Bringing him back for a start before the All-Star break would be a way to keep him sharp without overworking him.
The Mariners are currently leading the American League West by 3.0 games over the Houston Astros after suffering a 2-0 loss on Tuesday night. They will face the Orioles again on Wednesday night with Logan Gilbert on the mound for Seattle. Despite their recent struggles, they remain optimistic about their chances of making it to the playoffs this season.
In other news, the Mariners’ top prospect is unable to play in Canada due to a frustrating development, but the team now boasts five Top-100 prospects. Manager Scott Servais has explained his decision to drop Julio Rodriguez in the lineup for certain games as part of an effort to give other players more opportunities and keep them fresh for key moments down the stretch.
