Hancock takes series-finale start

He worked six innings in his first post-break start

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 91 min read

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Emerson Hancock takes the hill in the series finale. #TridentsUp https://t.co/hqkY9KF5Da

What happened: Emerson Hancock left his July 12 outing in the second inning after a 107.2 mph comebacker struck his pitching hand. X-rays were negative.

Why it matters: Sunday's assignment keeps Hancock in the rotation for the stretch run. The club is 56-62 with 44 regular-season games remaining.

By the numbers: Hancock entered the All-Star break with a 3.17 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 94 strikeouts in 99 1/3 innings.

What to watch: His innings total and bullpen handoff will be the next benchmarks Sunday.

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@Mariners Aug 9, 2:29 PM ET

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