{
  "id": 4522465,
  "title": "Struggling Mariners put RHP Emerson Hancock on 15-day IL because of strained left adductor",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/struggling-mariners-put-rhp-emerson-hancock-on-15-day-il-because-of",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-30T23:12:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/baseball/2026/08/30/struggling-mariners-put-rhp-emerson-hancock-on-15-day-il-because-of-strained-left-adductor"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Seattle Mariners have placed right-handed pitcher Emerson Hancock on the 15-day injured list, effective from August 29, due to a strained left adductor. The decision came after Hancock's participation in Friday's game against Toronto, where he was impacted during his attempt to tag a Blue Jays outfielder. Despite playing through the discomfort, Hancock allowed eight hits over five innings, including two home runs. Manager Dan Wilson disclosed that right-hander Bryce Miller, who has struggled with the pitching staff in August, could take over for Hancock in the rotation when his turn arrives on Wednesday against Boston. Additionally, Triple-A Tacoma call-up Nick Davila was recalled from the minors and managed to pitch one inning, allowing three runs, in the Mariners' latest loss, which marked their fourth consecutive defeat.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}