The Mariners absolutely SMASHED the Phillies on Monday night, making it look like a completely different team from the one that got smacked around by the Cubs on Sunday. That win was a massive relief, especially after what feels like the longest five months in recent memory, and our guys are eyeing back-to-back series wins. Cal Raleigh went full beast mode, mashing three homers, while Julio Rodriguez and Cole Young each added one of their own. It was pure, unadulterated fun, and honestly, we needed that energy.
Kirby on the Bump, Nola on the Spot
Tonight, George Kirby takes the mound, and you know he’s looking for a bounce-back performance after a couple of real clunkers in his last two starts. It’s been a super weird season for Kirby, no doubt, but “weird” isn’t “bad” all the time. He’s still given us some truly excellent performances. We’re all hoping he brings that ace stuff tonight, especially since it feels like the team is finally hitting their stride.
Facing him will be Aaron Nola, Austin Nola’s brother, and man, has Nola been struggling. “Bad season” definitely applies here, for the second year running. He’s a former ace, don’t get me wrong, but if our lineup wants to stay hot, Nola’s fastball with a shocking -32 run value allowed (which is apparently super close to a Statcast era record) looks like a prime target. Talk about a pitch to tee off on!
J.P.’s Back in the House!
And if you weren’t excited enough, get this: J.P. Crawford is officially back! The Mariners activated him from the injured list today. He’s been out since July 30 with wrist inflammation, and honestly, we’ve missed him big time. He’s back in the lineup, sliding over to third base, with Brock Rodden sticking at shortstop. Getting J.P.’s leadership and defense back in the infield is a massive boost for the club. We need that veteran presence, especially when the bats are starting to wake up.
First pitch is at 6:40 p.m. tonight! You can catch all the action on Mariners.TV or tune into Ol’ Reliable on the radio. Let’s keep this momentum rolling, M’s! Time to show the league what happens when our boys are clicking!
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Originally reported by Lookout Landing.
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