It might not matter in the short term that lefty Dillon Overton turned in six strong innings Saturday shortly after the Mariners chose to option lefty Ariel Miranda to Triple-A Tacoma.
The Mariners’ rotation, barring an injury, is set. And manager Scott Servais seemed to make it clear after a 3-1 victory over Texas that Overton is, at least for now, isn’t viewed as a bullpen candidate.
"We want to keep him stretched as a starter," Servais said, "but I think (pitching in relief is) something we could consider at some point down the road. But we like him starting right now.