PT TODAY: Paxton pitching masterfully filling in for the King

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Mariners | Félix Hernández to miss more time
Seattle Mariners SP Félix Hernández (calf) said results of a second MRI showed improvement, but he will need to be out for four to six weeks. He said the 12 days he has already missed are included in the timetable.  Source: ESPN.com
 
BHQ take: This puts Hernandez back sometime shortly after the All-Star break. James Paxton continues to pitch masterfully in Hernandez's place, with a 2.52 xERA, a 24/4 command ratio (6.0 Cmd), and a staggering 210 BPV over four starts. If Paxton continues at even close to this pace—and stays healthy, his biggest past issue—you...

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