Athletics take 3-game skid into matchup with Mariners
Oakland is looking to break its three-game losing streak with a win over SeattleJUNE 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Gilbert scheduled to start for Seattle against Oakland
The Mariners will roll out Logan Gilbert to the mound Monday and the Athletics will give James Kaprielian the startMAY 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Still quarantining in San Diego Graveman remains in San Diego while going through COVID-19 protocols, the Associated Press reports.
Impact The veteran starter-turned-reliever has been in quarantine in San Diego since last Sunday, when he was placed on the COVID-19 injured list. Graveman could potentially remain away from the team for a few more days, with another update on his status likely to come early in the week.
MAY 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Rangers look to break 5-game losing streak against Mariners
Texas heads into the matchup against Seattle in a rut, losers of five straightMAY 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mariners win 3-2, hand Rangers 11th straight road loss
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Rangers take 4-game slide into matchup with Mariners
Texas will try to break its four-game losing streak when the Rangers take on SeattleMAY 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lewis homers, M's hand Rangers 10th straight road loss 3-2
Kyle Lewis doubled and scored Seattle’s first run, then hit a two-run opposite-field homer an inning later that proved to be the difference in the Mariners’ 3-2 win over Texas, the...MAY 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Allard, Rangers to take on Flexen, Mariners
The Mariners are expected to send Chris Flexen to the mound Thursday and the Rangers will give Kolby Allard the startMAY 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Athletics look to end 3-game losing streak against Mariners
Oakland is looking to snap its three-game losing streak with a win over SeattleMAY 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Gilbert scheduled to start for Mariners at Athletics
The Athletics will roll out Cole Irvin to the mound Tuesday and the Mariners will give Logan Gilbert the startMAY 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Montas expected to start as Athletics host the Mariners
The Athletics will roll out Frankie Montas to the mound Monday and the Mariners will give Yusei Kikuchi the startMAY 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
On COVID-19 IL Manager Scott Servais confirmed Sunday that Graveman (undisclosed) is on the COVID-19 injured list, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports.
Impact Graveman landed on the injured list without a designation Sunday, so it's not very surprising that he's officially on the COVID-19 IL. Servais didn't offer any additional information regarding Graveman's status, so it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return to the mound.
MAY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Tatis slam, 6 RBIs, Padres beat M's, sweep 9-game homestand
Fernando Tatis Jr. homered twice, including a 447-foot grand slam, and drove in six runs for the San Diego Padres, who beat the Seattle Mariners 9-2 to sweep a nine-game homestandMAY 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lands on IL The Mariners placed Graveman on the injured list Sunday without a designation.
Impact Given that Seattle placed four relief pitchers on the COVID-19 injured list Friday, Graveman's lack of an injury designation likely indicates that his shutdown is also the result of a COVID-19-related concern, whether it be a positive test or a contact-tracing issue. More clarity on Graveman's situation could come within the next few days, but for the time being, the Mariners will have to turn to other options in save situations. Rafael Montero and Keynan Middleton probably represent the best bets to work as closers in the short term.
MAY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Notches fifth save Graveman pitched a scoreless ninth inning on one hit while striking out one to earn the save over Cleveland on Sunday.
Impact Graveman allowed a two-out single before retiring the final batter of the game. He kept the one-run lead intact to remain a perfect five-for five in save opportunities. The 30-year-old has done more than enough to earn the closer role, not allowing a run yet this season in 16.2 innings. He has a WHIP of just 0.52 and 17 strikeouts to go along with his five saves and four holds.
MAY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Notches fourth save Graveman worked around a hit in a scoreless ninth inning Friday, striking out three batters and picking up a save against Texas.
Impact Graveman allowed a one-out double to David Dahl put struck out the other three Rangers that came to the plate. He's now converted all four of his save chances and has yet to give up a run through 14.1 innings this season.
MAY 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Mariners rebound from being no-hit with 5-4 win at Rangers
Mitch Haniger had a tiebreaking RBI single in the seventh inning and the Seattle Mariners bounced back from being no-hit in their last game with a 5-4 win at TexasMAY 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
One month in, who are the surprise relievers lighting up baseball?
You probably aren't familiar with all of MLB's best relievers so far this season, but Jordan Shusterman is here to fix that.MAY 6, 2021
Lewis, Seager lead Mariners to 5-2 win over Orioles
Kyle Lewis and Kyle Seager homered, reliever Kendall Graveman extended his scoreless streak to 18 2/3 innings and the Seattle Mariners beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-2MAY 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Picks up hold Sunday Graveman pitched a scoreless eighth inning while allowing a hit as he earned his third hold of the season in a 2-0 win over the Angels on Sunday.
Impact Graveman was called upon in the eighth rather than the ninth with the Angels having Mike Trout, Anthony Rendon and Jared Walsh due up in the order. The 30-year-old battled and ended up with a 1-2-3 innings after getting Walsh to ground into a 6-5-3 double play to end the inning. Graveman has not allowed a run and has given up just three hits while sporting a 12:2 K:BB over 11.2 innings. The resurgence of his career as a reliever has been truly remarkable after he missed the entire 2019 season due to Tommy John surgery.
MAY 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Sheffield, Mariners relievers shut down Angels for 2-0 win
Justus Sheffield shook off early control problems to allow just two hits over six innings, leading the Seattle Mariners to a 2-0 win over the Los Angeles AngelsMAY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Picks up save No. 3 Graveman worked around a hit in a scoreless ninth inning against the Astros on Thursday to earn his third save of the season. He struck out one batter.
Impact After Yusei Kikuchi spun seven innings of one-hit ball, Anthony Misiewicz and Graveman completed the shutout for the Mariners. Graveman still has not given up a run yet this season (10.2 innings). Graveman is the clear top arm in the Seattle bullpen; as the relief ace, he projects for most of the save chances moving forward, although he will likely still be called upon occasionally to put out fires earlier in games.
APRIL 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Kikuchi no-hit into 7th leads Mariners over Astros 1-0
Yusei Kikuchi took a no-hit bid into the the seventh inning, Taylor Trammell homered and the Seattle Mariners beat the Houston Astros 1-0 to avoid a four-game series sweepAPRIL 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Consistent Graveman key in shutdown 'pen Entering Friday’s game against the Red Sox, the Mariners were tied with the Athletics for the best record in the American League. Nobody exp...
APRIL 23, 2021 • MLB.COM
Gets eighth-inning work Monday Graveman notched his second hold in a win over the Dodgers on Monday, firing 1.2 perfect innings during which he recorded two strikeouts.
Impact The right-hander went back into a setup role in the one-run win after successfully converting a pair of save opportunities late last week. Manager Scott Servais appears willing to occasionally interchange the roles of Graveman and offseason acquisition Rafael Montero, who's struggled at times but was successful Monday with his ninth-inning assignment versus the Dodgers.
APRIL 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
