The Mariners led the Angels 9-3 going into the bottom of the ninth, bringing in Casey Fien to close the game. Fien is a relief veteran, known for great control, but he has a tendency to give up home runs. Last year, he allowed 13 long balls in 39 1/3 innings. He immediately gives up a home run to Albert Pujols, then allows the next three batters to reach base as well. He gives way to Edwin Diaz, who in 54 2/3 MLB innings has struck out 92 batters. Entering with the bases loaded, he gets the next two batters, allowing one of the runners to score. The Mariners lead 9-5. He then gives up a double, two walks, and two singles and the Angels win 10-9.
I’m not sure which is worse, the Nationals first inning meltdown on Saturday, or this bullpen meltdown on Sunday. The Mariners really needed the win, especially in a game in which their offense showed some life. This was the first time in 2017 that they scored more than four runs in a game.
from baseballmusings.com http://ift.tt/2nYj9Dv
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