Seattle Mariners pitcher Felix Hernandez is a six-time All-Star and former Cy Young Award winner, and he is unquestionably considered one of the best pitchers in the game. He could even be on his way to Cooperstown one day if he continues to dominate opposing hitters late into his career.
However, the 29-year-old ace has one glaring omission on his resume—a postseason appearance. He plans to change that during the 2016 season.
Hernandez addressed his personal postseason drought at a Mariners workout, per Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times: “It’s always motivating me every year, trying to do something special and make the playoffs.