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Mariners Place Outfielder Luke Raley on the Injured List with Left Forearm Strain
The Seattle Mariners placed outfielder Luke Raley on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a left forearm strain, recalling Stuart Fairchild from Triple-A Tacoma. The move is retroactive to Friday.
Raley, 31, attempted to play through persistent left forearm discomfort that began in Miami on July 9. Over his past 30 games, the outfielder struggled significantly, recording 27 strikeouts.
"He was really trying to grit it out," manager Dan Wilson said, noting Raley felt he was no longer helping the team at that point. Wilson emphasized Raley's commitment despite the pain.
The Mariners recalled outfielder Stuart Fairchild, 30, from Triple-A Tacoma to fill the roster spot. Fairchild appeared in 12 games for Tacoma, posting a.262 batting average.
Raley is the second key player the Mariners have placed on the injured list in two days. The club awaits more information on the expected duration of his recovery.