Mariners on IL who are Have Nots:
Starting with Felix, his best years are behind him, he’s 33, and his stuff hasn’t shown signs of improvement since he started the All-Star Game five seasons ago. Next injured is Ryon Healy, who has clutch moments along with power but is expendable due to a lack of speed and a .236 career average in his Mariners career.
As our veteran closer, Hunter Strickland would have made better if we had maintained our hot start. Since we don’t look to go too far this year, we should instead try and groom a younger closer from within the franchise.