Mariners Rest Raleigh, Naylor & Donovan; Ward Leads Off Thursday
Seattle makes significant lineup adjustments for Game 3 vs. Detroit, resting three regulars and slotting Taylor Ward atop the order for the first time.
Taylor Ward will bat leadoff for the first time as a Mariner on Thursday. Brendan Donovan and Josh Naylor are both receiving scheduled days off. Cal Raleigh is also sitting, with the team noting his rest is unrelated to being hit by a pitch the previous night. Jhonny Pereda starts at catcher, with Weston Wilson at first and Leo Rivas at third.
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