A Mariners’ bullpen that was already inexperienced and expected to be inconsistent at times has lost its best overall reliever for at least 10 days, if not more.
Closer Hunter Strickland was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right lat strain about three hours before first pitch on Saturday night vs. the Red Sox. Strickland underwent a MRI on Saturday afternoon and met with team doctors to diagnose the issues.
He was replaced on the active roster by right-hander David McKay, who had his minor league contract selected and was added to the 40-man roster.