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Mariners manager explains pitching decision ahead of George Springer homer in ALCS Game 7 loss to Blue Jays


                        Mariners manager explains pitching decision ahead of George Springer homer in ALCS Game 7 loss to Blue Jays

The Mariners' manager, Scott Servais, has defended his pitching decision in the ALCS Game 7 loss against the Blue Jays. Servais explained that he chose to bring in reliever Robbie Ray to face George Springer, despite Springer's impressive postseason performance. The decision proved costly as Springer hit a decisive three-run home run that sent the Blue Jays to the World Series. Servais acknowledged that the move did not pay off, but he stood by his decision, stating that he had confidence in Ray's ability to get the job done. The Mariners' loss was a heartbreaking end to their postseason run, but Servais expressed pride in his team's overall performance throughout the series. Despite the disappointment, the manager remained focused on the positives and the lessons that can be learned from the experience.

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