The Mariners sent rookie Andrew Moore back to Class AAA Tacoma on Friday — just one day after he pitched seven innings during an impressive major-league debut. They also activated Felix Hernandez from the disabled list in a corresponding move.
But the decision to send Moore back to Tacoma has to do with the schedule more than anything else. Next week, the Mariners have off days on Monday and Thursday, reducing the need for a fifth starter.
The Mariners want to keep Moore, 23, pitching regularly.
“Obviously Andrew Moore did a great job for us last night, a tremendous debut,” manager Scott Servais said.