The News Tribune · Mar 25, 2017
Mariners 3, Rangers 1: Overton works six strong innings
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."
It’s not hard to see why.