SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JUNE 22: Chris Flexen #77 of the Seattle Mariners looks on during the game. (Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images)
When Seattle Mariners fans found out about the signing of Chris Flexen, many including myself reacted with confusion. Who’s this guy we signed from the KBO? Why didn’t we go for a more prominent starting pitcher? Can he perform in the major leagues?
These were many of the questions that popped up in my mind and Flexen has exceeded expectations. The 27-year-old starting pitcher has a 7-3 record with a 3.