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The Mariners added some more potential depth to their bullpen and signed former Rookie of the Year Michael Fulmer.
Tayler Saucedo revealed one of the alleged many death threats he and his girlfriend received on Instagram after he allowed five runs in the Mariners’ 11-2 loss to the Phillies on Wednesday. His girlfriend, whose Instagram story lists her as Kelsie Scott, revealed that the messages each had sports betting ties.
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SB Nation on MSNNever been a sinner, I never sinned: Phillies 11, Mariners 2
Frustrations were rising when the Phillies left two runners on base in both the fifth and sixth inning. It certainly felt like those missed opportunities were going to cost them, especially when David Robertson relieved Luzardo and gave up a home run to Eugenio Suarez. (And it was the right decision to remove Luzardo.)
Trea Turner recorded four hits, including his 1,500th career hit, while Bryce Harper went deep twice to lead the Phillies past the Mariners 12-7.
Seattle Mariners pitcher Tayler Saucedo received death threats after struggling against the Phillies on Wednesday.
Philadelphia's starting pitchers combined for 34 strikeouts while their team collected 48 hits across three wins over the Seattle Mariners.
Before going 2-7 on an East Coast trip, the Mariners appeared in position to possibly secure a first-round playoff bye. But that seems like a long shot now.
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The Spun on MSNMLB Announces Punishment For Seattle Mariners OF Victor Robles
MLB revealed its punishment for Seattle Mariners outfielder Victor Robles following a bizarre incident. Robles, who went on the injured list with a dislocated left shoulder in early April, got hit by a pitch while playing a minor-league rehab game for Triple-A Tacoma on Sunday.
Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez responds after Phillies sweep as team faces mounting pressure in race to playoffs.