Seattle Mariners Activate Bryce Miller From Injured List for Phillies Start

The Seattle Mariners are activating right-handed starter Bryce Miller from the injured list to start against the Philadelphia Phillies, marking his first MLB appearance since early June due to elbow inflammation. Miller has undergone platelet-rich plasma treatment and completed three rehab starts with Triple-A Tacoma, showing encouraging velocity gains with a fastball averaging near 97-98 mph, higher than his season average. Despite a challenging 2025 season marked by two injured list stints and a 5.73 ERA in 10 starts, Miller aims to focus on competing and helping the Mariners reach the postseason. His return bolsters the Mariners' rotation as they contend closely with the Astros for the AL West title and hold a Wild Card lead. Manager Dan Wilson and Miller acknowledge he may need some time to regain form but are hopeful his health and performance will improve for the stretch run. Miller’s role could evolve if Seattle advances to October, possibly shifting to bullpen duties, but the immediate goal remains strong late-season starts.