The Seattle Mariners won 6-3 Sunday to take the series
against the Oakland A’s 2-1, while at the same time going 5-4 on the nine-game
road trip.
While the Mariners were on the road they traded Edwin
Encarnacion to the New York Yankees for a prospect and giving the Yankees in
cash about half of Encarnacion salary. The Mariners activated JP Crawford off
the injured list when arriving in Oakland. The Mariners sent Shed Long back to
Tacoma. Also, reliever Brandon Brennan went on the disabled list as well after
having another poor outing with shoulder problems. Depending on how he is doing
should be back in a week. Matt Festa was recalled in his place.
Mike Leake had another outstanding game going seven innings
giving up three runs with two being earned. He is another being rumored to be
traded as well as Dee Gordon who played well on Sunday after missing Saturday
because of his wrist.
Mallex Smith continues to hit well hitting a two-run homer in
the second inning in the win over Oakland Sunday.
Austin Nola made his major debut on Sunday being called up
from Tacoma with the trade of Edwin Encarnacion. The news came out to that Ryon
Healy will miss another three to four weeks so he won’t be traded any time
soon. Nola has versatility where he can catch and play the outfield well as
first base.
It will be interesting to see who the Mariners will trade
next with the departure of Encarnacion. I would put my guess on Tim Beckham. He
doesn’t have a large salary so moving him won’t cost as much for the Mariners.
It might mean they may not get a very prospect either.
I will keep you up to date not only the games but what is
happening off the field too. Go M’s.
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