Brendan Donovan out of Seattle Mariners' lineup vs Angels

Mariners third baseman was pulled from Friday's game with leg discomfort

Apr. 4, 2026 at 10:04pm

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Seattle Mariners third baseman Brendan Donovan is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Angels after leaving Friday's game early with discomfort in his leg. Manager Dan Wilson said Donovan would be reevaluated at the ballpark on Saturday.

Why it matters

Donovan has been off to an impressive start at the plate for the Mariners this season, hitting .370 with two home runs and two doubles through his first eight games. His absence from the lineup is a notable development as the Mariners look to build on their early-season success.

The details

Donovan was pulled from Friday's game against the Angels in the bottom of the seventh inning for a defensive replacement after landing awkwardly on first base trying to beat out a grounder. Wilson said 'somewhere in his leg' didn't feel great after the play.

  • Donovan was pulled from Friday's game in the bottom of the seventh inning.
  • The Mariners face the Angels at 6:38 p.m. on Saturday night.

The players

Brendan Donovan

A 29-year-old third baseman for the Seattle Mariners who has been off to an impressive start at the plate this season.

Dan Wilson

The manager of the Seattle Mariners.

Leo Rivas

A defensive replacement who entered the game for Donovan on Friday.

Luke Raley

The Mariners' right fielder who moved up to the leadoff spot in the lineup with Donovan out.

Emerson Hancock

The Mariners' starting pitcher for Saturday's game against the Angels.

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What they’re saying

“somewhere in his leg' didn't feel great after the play”

— Dan Wilson, Manager

What’s next

Wilson said Donovan would be reevaluated at the ballpark on Saturday, so more information on the severity of his injury and his status for future games should be available then.

The takeaway

Donovan's absence from the lineup is a significant development for the Mariners, as he has been a key contributor to their strong start this season. The team will need to find a way to replace his production in the lineup while he recovers from the leg injury.