Thu Sep 25 04:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Mariners Cautious with Woo, Avoid IL as Playoff Push Intensifies

**Seattle, WA – September 23, 2025** – The Seattle Mariners are proceeding with caution regarding All-Star pitcher Bryan Woo, who experienced inflammation in his right pectoral muscle during his last start against the Houston Astros. General Manager Justin Hollander provided an update today, stating that Woo will not make his scheduled start against the Colorado Rockies on Thursday.

Despite the setback, Hollander emphasized that there are “zero plans” to place the 25-year-old right-hander on the 15-day injured list. Woo exited his Friday outing after five scoreless innings, and the team is evaluating the situation day-by-day.

“He’s doing well,” Hollander said. “We’re still taking it day by day, (but) zero plans to place him on the IL right now.” Treatment has been effective, and Woo is expected to throw a baseball either Wednesday or Thursday.

The team’s cautious approach is undoubtedly influenced by the Mariners’ playoff aspirations. As of today, the Mariners clinched the AL West with a 9-2 victory over the Colorado Rockies and hold a three-game lead over the Astros in the AL West and a two-game lead over the Detroit Tigers for the second seed in the American League. Avoiding the IL for Woo is crucial, as a retroactive placement to Saturday would sideline him until October 5th, potentially impacting the AL Division Series.

In other news, Mariners star catcher Cal Raleigh hit two more home runs to become just the seventh player in MLB history to reach 60 homers in a season.

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