ARLINGTON, Texas — Perhaps the best thing to say about the Mariners and their losses of late is that they are lacking in late-inning failure and walkoff heartbreak.
Like so many of their defeats dating back to the gutting of their starting pitching staff due to injury, the Mariners fell behind by a significant deficit early, making a comeback unlikely.
That it happened to lefty James Paxton, who delivered a second consecutive less-than-stellar performance, is concerning, frustrating and disappointing for the Mariners. Given his talent and early performances, Paxton’s starts represent the Mariners’ best chance at victory regardless of opponent.