Mariners place Crawford on 10-day IL; Emerson scratched from lineup (opens original article in a new tab)

The Mariners placed J.P. Crawford on the 10-day injured list due to a right hand contusion and scratched Colt Emerson from the lineup with back tightness, leading to Cole Young's first career start at shortstop.

• Mariners placed J.P. Crawford on 10-day IL with right hand contusion
• Rookie Colt Emerson was scratched with back tightness, forcing Cole Young into first career shortstop start
• Crawford's injury occurred from a 95.6 mph fastball, with uncertain return timeline