Mariners Moose Tracks, 3/21/23: Teoscar Hernandez, Mark Appel, and Robbie Grossman

In Mariners news...

• Some quality Spring Training content:

• Outfielder Teoscar Hernandez is preparing for Opening Day by catching up for missed time at the World Baseball Classic with the latest in pitch simulation technology.

Around the league...

• In thrilling fashion, Team Japan’s walk-off winner against Mexico sends them to the final of the World Baseball Classic to face Team USA tonight at 4pm PST. Who do you predict will win it all?
• The Philadelphia Phillies have released former first-round draft pick, 30-year old RHP Mark Appel, after deciding he wouldn’t be able to secure a roster spot in the big leagues or Triple-A.
• MLB is considering tweaking its new rules before Opening Day begins, with no known specifics yet the potential of major changes still possible, writes Evan Drellich at The Athletic ($).
• The Texas Rangers plan to use recently-signed veteran outfielder Robbie Grossman as their primary left fielder, as the team has been impressed with adjustments he’s made at the plate and in the field.