Double Blow for Mariners as Penn Murfee and Marco Gonzales Face Season-Ending Injuries
The Seattle Mariners are facing a series of significant pitching injuries, with right-hander Penn Murfee set to undergo season-ending surgery on his ulnar collateral ligament (UCL). Pitching prospect Taylor Dollard will also undergo season-ending labrum surgery, while lefty Marco Gonzales will be shut down for two weeks due to nerve issues in his elbow. Murfee, who has been a strong presence in the Mariners' bullpen, will face a lengthy recovery period, likely missing the remainder of the 2023 season and a portion of the 2024 campaign. The Mariners' rotation challenges are further compounded by other injuries, potentially impacting their approach to the trade deadline.
