In Robinson Cano's long-awaited return, the Mariners see ace James Paxton leave with a bruised forearm. Despite a strong performance from Felix Hernandez in his career relief debut, the Athletics take a 3½-game lead over the Mariners for the second wild card.
OAKLAND, Calif. – I can just imagine the scene on Tuesday when Scott Servais told Robinson Cano he was playing first base in his return to the Mariners following an 80-game suspension.
Cano: “I’ve only ever played second base.”
Servais: “It’s not that hard, Robinson. Tell him, Manny.”
Manny Acta: “It’s incredibly hard.