Mitch Garver of the Mariners discloses NSFW messages and death threats
In an emotional interview, Mitch Garver discussed his difficult season and the response he received from the fans.
Since June 19, the Seattle Mariners have the second-worst record in MLB. They trail the Houston Astros by a share of the AL West lead going into Thursday’s play, having surrendered a ten-game advantage in the division.
With major trade deadline signings, the Mariners hope to overcome their difficulties. Players have been informed on social media about the offense’s struggles. In an emotional interview with Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times, catcher Mitch Garver disclosed the threats he has received this season.
I think this is the hardest grind I’ve ever had to do. I’ve played better games than this one in my whole career. stern with my family and myself, threatening to murder us, saying things like “retire,” “you suck,” “f***ing kill yourself,” and other such crap.” Divish shared content on X, the old Twitter.
It’s becoming older. I can only make a difference if I play better, but for now, it’s like playing on. Here, I play more, therefore it’s worse. And with good reason. I’m struggling to play.
Garver has played in 89 games during his rookie campaign with the Mariners, and his batting average is.168. Garver, a previous Silver Slugger winner, has already struck out more times this year than he has in any previous season.
