Brendan Donovan Benched Against Angels, Mariners Playing It Safe Early
The Mariners have sidelined Brendan Donovan from their lineup as they take on the Angels, keeping the infielder day-to-day after what appears to be a minor issue. It's the kind of cautious move you want to see early in the season when every game matters but nobody wants to aggravate something that could linger.
Playing It Smart in April
Donovan's absence is a reminder that the Mariners are managing their roster carefully as they navigate the first week of the season. Day-to-day designation means this is likely a short-term thing, not a serious injury concern, but skipper is making sure he's fully ready before putting him back in the field. In early April, depth matters and patience with soft tissue stuff can save you problems in May.
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The M's will need to keep rolling without Donovan in the lineup against the Angels. The team's already shown some fight early on, and this is a chance to prove the depth can carry the load when pieces are unavailable. It's early enough that missing one guy for a few games is manageable, but the Mariners will want to get him back in the fold soon.
Keep an eye on the injury report as we head into the weekend. Donovan should be back sooner rather than later, but for now, the Mariners are taking the smart road and letting him rest up.
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