Marcelo Mayer starts for Red Sox against Mariners after lineup change

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Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Marcelo Mayer starts for Red Sox against Mariners after lineup change
Summary

Marcelo Mayer has been added to the Red Sox lineup for their Friday night game against the Seattle Mariners. He will start at shortstop, batting seventh, after being previously left out due to illness. Isiah Kiner-Falefa was scratched from the lineup with left forearm inflammation. The Red Sox enter this series on a four-game losing streak and will face Mariners pitcher Bryce Miller. Ranger Suarez is slated to start for Boston. First pitch is scheduled for 10:10 p.m. ET.

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  • Mayer replaces Kiner-Falefa in the lineup and returns after missing time due to illness.
  • Red Sox have lost four consecutive games, prompting lineup adjustments.
  • Ranger Suarez will pitch for Boston with a 2.48 ERA over his last 11 starts.
  • The game marks the start of a six-game road trip for the Red Sox.
  • First pitch is scheduled for 10:10 p.m. ET at T-Mobile Park in Seattle.
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  • 1:45 AMYahoo SportsMarcelo Mayer a late add to Red Sox lineup again Friday; Carlos Narváez catching in Seattle
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The Red Sox begin a six-game road trip out west Friday night — and will do so without Marcelo Mayer in the lineup.

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