Demonstrating poorer capitalization than an undergrad basing their writing style entirely around Ernest Hemingway’s affects, the Seattle Mariners lost to the Anaheim Angels 4-3 Friday evening. The 42k strong fireworks night crowd was poised for joyous comeback victory, or really any offense whatsoever that might’ve mitigated the stress. Instead, they were treated to a true clunker, unbefitting of the dominant performance Seattle received from their big offseason addition.
Robbie Ray was strong, bordering on sensational. Invigorated by a combination of his club’s acquisition of another ace, a return to the friendly confines of T-Mobile Park, and (most pertinent) not facing the Houston Astros anymore.