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Mariners, Red Sox open series with unique pitching strategies

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Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Mariners, Red Sox open series with unique pitching strategies
Summary

The Seattle Mariners host the Boston Red Sox tonight at 7:10 PM PT, beginning a new series. Seattle will utilize a piggyback strategy with Bryce Miller starting and Luis Castillo following. The Red Sox counter with a trio of left-handed pitchers, adapting to the Mariners' left-handed heavy lineup. Injuries have caused lineup changes for Boston, including the absence of Isiah Kiner-Falefa. This series marks the first meeting between the two teams this season, with Seattle sporting their Steelheads jerseys in recognition of Juneteenth.

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  • •Mariners employ piggyback pitching strategy against Red Sox.
  • •Bryce Miller starts; Luis Castillo will follow.
  • •Red Sox adjusting lineup due to injuries.
  • •Game time set for 7:10 PM PT.
  • •Mariners wear Steelheads jerseys for Juneteenth.
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The Mariners bring back the piggyback with Bryce Miller and Luis Castillo to open the series against Boston

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The Mariners try to avoid a sweep at the hands of Boston’s trio of lefties

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