Neal was recalled from Triple-A Nashville on Wednesday, Joe Stiglich of CSN California reports.
Neal was expected to join the major league club prior to Wednesday's game after being announced as the probable starter, and now the move has officially been made. The 27-year-old has been dominant as a starter with the Sounds, holding a 5-1 record with a 2.53 ERA and 0.95 WHIP through seven starts, although his 4.5 K/9 leaves something to be desired. He'll look to translate the strong numbers he posted in the minors into his first major league start, where he'll face a strong Mariners lineup.