Bryan Woo Placed on IL Ahead of Season Opener

The Mariners' pitcher sidelined with elbow inflammation, sparking rotation adjustments.

Mariners' Bryan Woo to start the season on the IL due to elbow inflammation, with no structural damage found.
Emerson Hancock will replace Woo in the Opening Day rotation against Cleveland.
Several Mariners players, including Matt Brash and Sam Haggerty, will also start the season on the IL.
Woo's history of injuries includes Tommy John surgery and a stint on the IL last season for forearm inflammation.
The Mariners express caution with Woo's return, emphasizing the need for a careful buildup once he resumes throwing.