# Mariners’ Pitching Experiment Takes Shape

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Podcast: [Spokane News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/spokane-news-today-2-min-the-daily-news-now-7569664)
Published: 2026-06-23T03:24:00+00:00
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The Mariners are rolling out a bold new pitching strategy: a “piggyback” plan where two starters share a game, designed to rest the bullpen and maximize innings from their strong rotation. After tweaking the idea—from even testing an eight-starter wild concept—they’ve settled on a balanced approach that’s now clear to all players. Bryce Miller and Luis Castillo have led the charge with solid results, slashing bullpen usage while keeping the team competitive. This experiment, set to continue after their Pittsburgh series, could become a key part of their season-long strategy to keep arms fresh and stay ahead. 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/154dd59f5638e68d

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