Mariners Roundup: Postseason bid seems all but over after disappointing Angels series

In what should have been an opportunity to lift their championship equity, the Mariners fall short once again

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Best Pitcher: Trent Thornton

31 P, 2.1 IP, 1 H, 0 ER, 0 BB, 3 K

It was a tough set of starts for the Mariners' rotation. Bryan Woo, Bryce MIller, and George Kirby couldn't combine for a single quality start. Woo's four earned runs over 6.1 innings was the closest but the lack of run-limiting is ultimately what led to Seattle's downfall over these three games.

Luckily, there were a few good reliever outings. Trent Thornton was solid in relief, making two scoreless appearances and picking up three strikeouts. He has been somewhat shaky this year compared to last, posting a 6.97 ERA in July but he seems to be returning to form.

Honorable Mention: Troy Taylor

31 P, 2.0 IP, 0 H, 0 ER, 1 BB, 2 K

Rookie Troy Taylor may be one of the best arms in the bullpen right now. While his sample size is small, he has a 1.08 ERA, 0.84 WHIP, and 10.80 SO/9 over the 8.1 innings he has pitched. One of the hardest-throwing relievers in Seattle's system, his sinker has the ability to top out at 98 mph and he could be set up as a second option for high leverage situations behind Andrés Muñoz in the future.

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