Andrew Albers

Mariners' Andrew Albers starting in place of Andrew Moore

Seattle Mariners pitcher Andrew Albers will make Saturday's start in place of Andrew Moore (neck), according to MLB.com's Greg Johns.

What It Means:

Moore is reportedly dealing with a stiff neck so the righty Albers will be facing the Los Angeles Angels tonight on the road.

In 5 starts, Albers is 4-1 with a 3.78 FIP and 6.67 strikeouts per 9 this season. He went 6 innings and allowed 0 earned runs in an early September start against the Angels.