# Piggyback Pitching Fails

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Podcast: [Seattle Mariners News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/seattle-mariners-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7456295)
Published: 2026-05-26T21:58:44+00:00
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## Resource

The Mariners’ “piggyback” pitching experiment paired Bryce Miller and Luis Castillo, looking statistically fine on paper but crumbling under the heat of the spotlight. Miller’s gem against the White Sox and Castillo’s solid relief outing against the A’s masked deeper issues: frustrated players, disrupted routines, and a plan that felt more like a spreadsheet than a strategy. While the idea aimed to preserve starters like Woo, Kirby, and Gilbert, it sacrificed role clarity and confidence. Now, with Castillo’s stats hinting he might thrive in the bullpen despite his contract and legacy, the Mariners face a choice: embrace a six-man rotation or redefine Castillo’s role. The time for ambiguity is over—clarity, commitment, and defined roles are the only way forward. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/82df3a62b82930cc

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