Mariners Pivot Bullpen for Guardians

Seattle Mariners News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 27, 2026 · 1m

The Mariners are making bold bullpen and rotation moves to stay competitive, sending struggling pitcher Alex Hoppe down to Tacoma and calling up lefty Josh Simpson to exploit Cleveland’s left-handed lineup. Simpson’s ground-ball prowess and solid stats in Triple-A make him the perfect fit, while Hoppe’s high ERA and shaky control hint at deeper issues. The starting rotation is also being reshuffled, with Logan Gilbert, Emerson Hancock, and George Kirby taking turns without the usual sharing plan. Plus, a potential “super bullpen” featuring Kade Anderson and Ryan Sloan could reshape…