Overview
- The Seattle Mariners reinstated RHP Matt Brash from the 15-day injured list and optioned LHP Robinson Ortiz to Triple-A Tacoma as the corresponding roster move.
- Brash had been on the IL for right-lat inflammation and completed two rehab outings with the Tacoma Rainiers before being activated.
- He was effective earlier this season as a bridge reliever who often handed late innings to closer Andrés Muñoz.
- In Brash’s absence several lesser-known relievers such as Jose Ferrer, Alex Hoppe, Cooper Criswell, Domingo Gonzalez, and Nick Davila worked well in lower-leverage roles while trusted arms like Eduard Bazardo took on heavier workloads.
- Brash’s longer injury history, including Tommy John surgery and offseason arm inflammation, means the Mariners will manage his usage carefully as they seek to stabilize late-inning performance and protect key bullpen pieces.