Bergman (3-2) gave up two earned runs on seven hits and two walks over six innings in Friday's 12-4 win over the Rays. He struck out six.
Bergman surrendered a pair of home runs to Colby Rasmus and Tim Beckham in the fourth, but was solid otherwise, posting his second consecutive quality start and third in his last four trips to the mound. The 29-year-old right-hander has been a pleasant surprise while helping prop up an injury-ravaged Mariners starting rotation, and he could potentially retain a spot even after Seattle's starters are at full health given the struggles of Yovani Gallardo. Bergman is slated to next take the mound Wednesday versus the Twins.