Missed opportunities plagued the Seattle Mariners in their series split against the Kansas City Royals from June 30-July 3. The Mariners, with an opportunity to win the four-game series, lost 3-2 to the Royals on Thursday and left two in scoring position in the bottom of the ninth inning. Beyond the final frame of the series, the M’s received inconsistent showings from the roster. The Mariners bullpen has been one of the most dependable collective units on the team over the last month.