Seattle Mariners Trade a Day: Bullpen Help to Atlanta

Over the past week, the Seattle Mariners and their bullpen have been night and day better the past week. One of the biggest reasons why the bullpen has settled is thanks to the emergence of Austin Adams.

When Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto acquired Adams for Nick Wells, most of us just assumed it was another body to throw on the heap. Sure, Adams had insane strikeout numbers, but also had insanely high walk rates.

He was worth the gamble in this, a rebuilding year, and maybe he could turn himself into something halfway decent. You know, like one of the premier relievers in all the American League. Since joining the Mariners, Adams has posted a 2.38 ERA while striking out 40 batters in 22.2 innings…