Former Tiger pitching coach Rick Adair is doing quite a job in Seattle.
Adair, who served as Detroit’s pitching coach from late 1996 to 1999 under Buddy Bell and Larry Parrish, was hired by the Mariners before this season and has developed one of the best pitching staffs in baseball.
Seattle leads the American League in team ERA at 3.65. The Mariner starters, led by Felix Hernandez, have been outstanding and Adair has transformed a bunch of journeyman relievers (Sean White, Mark Lowe, David Aardsma) into a major strength.
Much like Rick Knapp has done with the Tigers, Adair has helped transform his team from also-ran to contender.
Yes he has worked wonders with their staff. Don’t forget Washburn.He has really picked up the staff.
They remind me of the Tigs a bit. Their lineup is as bad as the Tigs.