Mariners revive piggyback strategy -- this time with all 6 starters (opens original article in a new tab)

The Seattle Mariners are implementing a piggyback pitching strategy with all six starters through the All-Star break to manage rest schedules and avoid overuse.

• Mariners are using a piggyback strategy with all six starters through the All-Star break
• Each starter will pitch either five or four innings in tandem with another pitcher
• The strategy aims to maintain normal rest schedules amid multiple off-days