Mariners' Donovan 'day to day' with groin injury

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Seattle Mariners third baseman Brendan Donovan suffered a groin strain in a game against the Angels and is considered 'day to day' according to manager Dan Wilson. Donovan underwent an MRI that came back clean, providing relief for the player and organization. Top Mariners prospect Colt Emerson also suffered an injury, fouling a ball off his foot and being removed from the game, though X-rays showed no fractures.

Why it matters

Donovan and Emerson are key players for the Mariners, so any injuries to them could significantly impact the team's performance this season. Groin strains and foot injuries can linger, so the Mariners will need to carefully manage their recoveries to ensure they don't miss extended time.

The details

In the 7th inning of a 0-0 game, Donovan hit a hard ground ball and made a long leap toward first base, landing awkwardly on his left leg and feeling a shooting pain up through his right leg, groin, and hip. He was removed from the game as a precaution. Emerson, the Mariners' top prospect who just signed an 8-year, $95 million contract, fouled a ball off the top of his foot in his first plate appearance of a doubleheader and had to leave the game.

• On April 5, 2026, Donovan suffered the groin strain in a game against the Angels.
• On April 8, 2026, Emerson fouled a ball off his foot in a game at Cheney Stadium.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The Mariners will continue to monitor Donovan and Emerson's injuries and make decisions about their availability for upcoming games based on their recovery progress.