Seattle’s 15-game winner was activated for the American League Championship Series against the Blue Jays, and fans and media are speculating when he may start again

By Ryan K Boman | On SI At Sports Illustrated | Oct 14, 2025

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The Seattle Mariners are up 2-0 in the American League Championship Series, having taken the first couple of games on the road. They’ve set themselves up nicely to win their first-ever American League pennant as they head back home to T-Mobile Stadium for Game 3 tomorrow. And they’ve done all of it without their top starting pitcher, Bryan Woo,

Woo (15-7) emerged as the ace of the M’s rotation in 2025, posting an ERA of 2.94 with 198 strikeouts and 0.93 WHIP over 186.2 innings. However, the 25-year-old hurler hasn’t pitched since leaving his Sept. 19 start early with right pectoral inflammation.

The 2025 All-Star was held out of the ALDS with Detroit, but is on the active roster for the ALCS. During Woo’s absence, the fans and media have been speculating on when he will finally return to the mound. However, after a solid throwing session on Monday, the righty says he feels like he’s getting back to form… Read More HERE

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