ATLANTA -- Victor Robles ’ absence was felt during the Mariners’ series-opening loss to the Braves on Friday night, for both his glove in right field on a critical play that turned into a triple and his bat against tough lefty Chris Sale.

But the club is hopeful that he can provide some spark, after being reinstated to Seattle’s active roster ahead of Saturday’s game at Truist Park following a seven-game suspension . He was in the lineup against rookie right-hander Hurston Waldrep, batting eighth and playing right field.

“It was very difficult and obviously frustrating to not be able to be there and do anything,” Robles said through an interpreter. “But like I said, controlling what I can control, and now getting into the position where I can contribute again.”

Robles spent the

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