The choice between right-hander Christian Bergman or lefty Dillon Overton to replace injured James Paxton as the starter for Sunday’s game against the Rangers could hinge on whether the Mariners use Overton earlier in the series.
"If we have a chance to win the game, and he’s our guy," manager Scott Servais said, "we’re going to use him."
General manager Jerry Dipoto said Bergman, 29, will be recalled this weekend from Triple-A Tacoma either to start Sunday or replace Overton, 25, as the club’s long reliever.
Overton is a starting pitcher currently serving in the bullpen, where he has allowed six runs and seven hits in 7 1/3 innings over four appearances.