Let’s get the obvious out of the way: Erasmo Ramirez will likely start in Felix’s absence this Sunday. After rehabbing a shoulder injury that has sidelined him for nearly the entirety of the 2018 season, Erasmo appears to finally be ready to make his return.
The problem is, Erasmo doesn’t inspire much confidence within the Mariners’ fanbase. For many, Erasmo could be seen as a downgrade from Felix. He’s not, but he’s also not a huge upgrade.
Erasmo figured things out in Tampa Bay, but his success hasn’t translated to his second stint in Seattle.