The Seattle Mariners announced plans to promote top pitching prospect Kade Anderson for a start on Saturday against the Chicago Cubs, according to sources familiar with the decision. The 22-year-old right-hander will make his major league debut in what represents a significant move for the struggling franchise.
Anderson has established himself as one of baseball’s most dominant minor league pitchers this season. Competing for the Arkansas Travelers, the young hurler compiled a 10-1 record across 18 starts while maintaining an impressive 1.06 earned run average and recording 135 strikeouts. His exceptional performance earned him a ranking among MLB’s top 100 prospects.
Mariners General Manager Jerry Dipoto previously confirmed that Anderson would join the rotation as a starter rather than assume a relief role. “We’re not going to put Kade in the bullpen,” Dipoto stated, emphasizing the prospect’s readiness for immediate impact at the major league level.
The promotion raises questions about roster adjustments, with the team potentially implementing a six-man rotation or demoting another pitcher. Anderson’s debut comes as the Mariners face the National League wild card contenders Cubs this weekend, with games beginning Friday evening and his scheduled start set for Saturday afternoon.
Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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