AL West: 3B boost needed in Seattle?
Aug 12 2026
After missing nearly three months on the IL, Brendan Donovan returned to the Mariners on August 4. He has made four starts at third base against right-handed pitchers, while sitting two games versus left-handed pitchers. He has two hits over 14 at-bats while striking out over 21% of the time. Over 10 rehab games, Donovan hit .122 with a home run while striking out 25% of the time. Donovan walked into the third base role with J.P. Crawford landing on the IL with wrist inflammation. The Mariners' offense could use a spark, and replacing Donovan in an everyday role could be what the team needs.
Weston Wilson and Leo Rivas are on the Mariners' bench and have each made a start at 3B versus LHP while Donovan sits. They are a...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Tomorrow
As he excels in Triple-A, could Franklin Arias be coming to play in the major leagues sooner rather than later? Plus, more trade deadline fallout from around the AL East.
Aug 11 2026 3:05am
Aug 11 2026 3:05am
This week, we take a look at Lars Nootbaar's new opportunity to find his game in Arizona, meet new faces in San Francisco, and check in on Jordan Beck's second chance in Colorado.
Aug 8 2026 3:05am
Aug 8 2026 3:05am
Adams is having a solid season at Triple-A and the Brewers could use help at third base.
Aug 7 2026 3:05am
Aug 7 2026 3:05am
Could Jeff Hoffman eventually move back into the closer role in his new home? Plus, Joey Bart power upside, Kyle Manzardo's future, and other post-deadline observations from around the division.
Aug 6 2026 3:06am
Aug 6 2026 3:06am
With the trade deadline behind us, the Angels have a new catching option in Moisés Ballesteros.
Aug 5 2026 3:05am
Aug 5 2026 3:05am
