The Mariners sent catcher Seby Zavala outright to Triple-A Tacoma. Seattle designated him for assignment on Friday when they promoted Emerson Hancock to take Luis Castillo’s spot in the rotation. That was a predictable transaction. The M’s had only promoted Zavala a few days earlier when Castillo hit the injured list. Seattle didn’t need a fifth starter for a few days between … [Read more...] about Mariners Outright Seby Zavala
Nori Aoki To Retire At NPB Season’s End
Former big league outfielder and current member of Nippon Professional Baseball’s Yakult Swallows Nori Aoki is set to retire following the 2024 campaign, per an announcement from the Swallows yesterday (hat tip to The Yomiuri Shimbun). Aoki, 42, spent parts of six seasons in the majors in addition to a lengthy career in Japan. Aoki’s career first began with the Swallows back in … [Read more...] about Nori Aoki To Retire At NPB Season’s End
Mariners Recall Emerson Hancock, DFA Seby Zavala
The Mariners have promoted right-handed pitcher Emerson Hancock from Triple-A, the team announced this afternoon. To make room on the active roster, Seattle designated catcher Seby Zavala for assignment. Hancock will take the ball this evening against the Rangers, filling in for an injured Luis Castillo. Castillo landed on the 15-day IL with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain … [Read more...] about Mariners Recall Emerson Hancock, DFA Seby Zavala
James Paxton Planning To Retire
Red Sox left-hander James Paxton plans to retire after this season, he tells Rob Bradford of WEEI. The 11-year big league veteran announced the news on Bradford’s Baseball Isn’t Boring podcast (X link). “I’m hoping that we can squeak into the postseason and I get an opportunity to pitch again. But I think, after this season, I’m going to be retiring and moving on to the next … [Read more...] about James Paxton Planning To Retire
Mariners Outright Jason Vosler
Mariners infielder Jason Vosler went unclaimed on outright waivers and has been assigned to Triple-A Tacoma, the team announced Wednesday. He has the ability to reject the assignment in favor of free agency, although he can also become a minor league free agent at season’s end even if he accepts for now. Vosler, 31, only appeared in 10 games with the M’s and tallied 30 plate … [Read more...] about Mariners Outright Jason Vosler