Ending Mariners’ 20-year title drought may take mustaches, ‘Etsy witches’ | king5.com

At least a handful of players and scores of fans have been spotted recently with mustaches. Some in the clubhouse believe the facial hair has playoff power. SEATTLE — The Seattle Mariners are on an eight-game winning streak and are tied with the Houston Astros for the division lead. With the franchise seeking its first pennant since 2001, fans and players are leaning on superstition to help push them over the finish line. At least a handful of players and scores of fans have been spotted recently with mustaches. Some in the clubhouse believe the facial hair has playoff power. “Once there were more mustaches in the locker room, we’ve been winning, so it’s got to have some power,” pitcher Bryce Miller said. “I heard the other day they’re trying to give credit to Cal. I don’t know what that’s about. He’s got enough credit all year. I’ve had this stash since college, so I’m thinking it’s me. It’s mainly the only thing I can grow, so that’s my only option.” Reliever Andres Muñoz said the ritual helps unify the team. “It’s something that we do as a team. Whatever helps to put the team together is going to work,”
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