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Miranda more than holding his own as rookie
- Updated: September 19, 2016
SEATTLE– Ariel Miranda is hitting his stride at the perfect time for the Mariners. The rookie left-hander extended his winning streak to four games in Seattle’s 7-3 victory over the Astros on Sunday.
“He believes in himself,” manager Scott Servais said. “And I think that’s half the battle. At this level you have to believe you belong and that you can contribute on a winning team, and that’s what he’s doing right now.”
Miranda allowed only three hits, two of which were solo home runs, and struck out a career-high eight batters in his two-run, seven-inning effort. The win kept the Mariners from being swept by the Astros and gave them a boost in their pursuit of an American League Wild Card spot: They trail Toronto by two games.
“I’m really thankful and grateful for the opportunity …
