The Seattle Mariners’ lineup post for Friday’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays carried some reason for concern, but what came after it was good news.

Seattle Mariners Lineup: No Josh Naylor a day after exiting game early

Manager Dan Wilson told reporters pregame that first baseman Josh Naylor, who wasn’t in the lineup, was feeling better after leaving Thursday’s series finale against the White Sox with shoulder soreness and could be available to pinch-hit. Seattle Sports Mariners insider Shannon Drayer also reported that outfielder/first baseman Luke Raley is beginning his rehab assignment with Triple-A Tacoma on Friday night.

Additionally, Drayer reported that right-hander Bryce Miller said he felt great after making his second rehab start with Tacoma on Thursday night, and injur

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