UPDATE: The Seattle Mariners are gearing up for the imminent return of starting pitcher Bryce Miller and outfielder Victor Robles, with crucial updates just announced by General Manager Justin Hollander. As the Mariners prepare to face the Chicago White Sox tonight, fans are eager to learn how these player recoveries could impact the team’s playoff push.
Miller, currently sidelined with right elbow inflammation, is set to make his second rehab start on Thursday with Triple-A Tacoma. Hollander confirmed that while Miller is progressing well, he may require one more rehab outing before rejoining the Mariners’ rotation. “No matter how much Bryce begs for that to be the last one,” Hollander stated, emphasizing Miller’s impressive performance, saying, “Stuff looked top of the scale. He told me that was the best he’s felt, including Day 1 of spring training.”
Meanwhile, Robles has been recovering from a dislocated left shoulder sustained in April while making a play, which left him carted off the field. Hollander announced that Robles is expected to begin his rehab assignment on August 12. The outfielder has a season batting average of .273 with three RBIs over 44 at-bats. Hollander mentioned that Robles will start with designated hitter duties, gradually transitioning back to fielding to replicate a spring training experience.
In addition, infielder Ryan Bliss is targeting a rehab assignment in September, and utilityman Luke Raley, who was placed on the 10-day IL on July 27, has begun hitting progression and could rejoin the team as soon as this weekend against Tampa Bay.
On a related note, Hollander reported that reliever Trent Thornton has successfully undergone surgery for an Achilles injury and is expected to take between six to eight months for recovery.
These developments are crucial for Mariners’ fans as the team strives to secure a playoff position. Stay tuned for more updates as the situation unfolds, and anticipate the impact of Miller and Robles’ returns on the team’s performance in the coming weeks.
