With both Hisashi Iwakuma and James Paxton on the disabled list, the Mariners’ starting rotation has been stretched to its limit. Both of these injuries weren’t exactly surprises as neither Iwakuma nor Paxton has been particularly durable during their careers. So heading into the season with Roenis Elias as the lone starting pitcher in Triple-A who could pitch competently in the majors seemed like a poor choice. Fortunately for the Mariners, there was one other starting pitcher down on the farm who has been able to contribute when called upon. Enter Mike Montgomery.
Mike Montgomery, Useful Pitcher
