Joe Saunders lasted just 1 2/3 innings and gave up six runs Tuesday against the Pirates. After going four straight starts without allowing a homer, Saunders have up three while getting just five outs tonight. He had been 4-2 with a 2.53 ERA and just three homers allowed in 46 1/3 innings at Safeco before getting bombed at home tonight. Since he was pitching well prior to this, he shouldn't be in any danger of losing his rotation spot, even with the Mariners in need of finding a place for Erasmo Ramirez.