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Trent Thornton Hits 15-Day Injured List
The Seattle Mariners have placed right-handed pitcher Trent Thornton (illness) on the 15-day injured list with appendicitis. In a corresponding move, the Mariners promoted right-handed pitcher Troy Taylor from Triple-A Tacoma. Through his first 15 1/3 innings of work this season, Thornton has held a 5.87 ERA with a 1.30 WHIP. Across this stint, Thornton has struck out 11 batters and served up four walks. He has allowed five long balls. Under the hood, Thornton generated a 6.71 xERA and a .313 xBA, which are both in the fifth percentile among qualified pitchers. Fantasy managers should expect Taylor to have a role as a low-leverage option in the bullpen. Through the opening month of the season, Taylor has tossed three innings of work in the majors but has allowed four runs.
Source: Seattle Mariners
Source: Seattle Mariners
