Less than 24 hours after beefing up their lineup with the acquisition of Randy Arozarena, the Mariners have reportedly bolstered their bullpen by acquiring right-hander Yimi Garcia from the Blue Jays. Outfielder Jonatan Clase and minor league catcher Jacob Sharp are going from Seattle to Toronto in return. Garcia, 34 next month, is in his third season with the Jays. He … [Read more...] about Mariners To Acquire Yimi Garcia
Mariners Release Michael Perez
The Mariners released veteran catcher Michael Perez, who’s been playing with their Triple-A affiliate in Tacoma, per Rainiers broadcaster Mike Curto. His release clears way for Seby Zavala, who’s returning to the Rainiers after clearing outright waivers. Zavala and Michael Papierski will handle catching duties in Tacoma and stand as experienced depth options behind Cal Raleigh … [Read more...] about Mariners Release Michael Perez
Orioles Claim Levi Stoudt
The Orioles announced Thursday that they’ve claimed right-hander Levi Stoudt off waivers from the Mariners, who’d designated him for assignment earlier in the week. Left-hander John Means was transferred from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list to open a spot on the 40-man roster. Stoudt has been optioned to Triple-A Norfolk. Stoudt, 26, was the Mariners’ … [Read more...] about Orioles Claim Levi Stoudt
Braves Sign Brian Anderson To Major League Deal
The Braves have signed veteran third baseman/corner outfielder Brian Anderson to a major league contract, reports Justin Toscano of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Anderson, a CAA client, will be in uniform for tonight’s game. He opted out of a minor league deal with the Mariners over the weekend. Atlanta transferred lefty Tyler Matzek from the 15-day injured list to the … [Read more...] about Braves Sign Brian Anderson To Major League Deal
Mariners’ Sam Haggerty Suffers Torn Achilles
Mariners utilityman Sam Haggerty suffered a torn Achilles tendon while trying to run down a deep fly-ball with the team’s Triple-A affiliate over the weekend, general manager Justin Hollander announced to reporters Monday (X link via Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times). The injury will cost him the remainder of the 2024 season. Haggerty opened the season on the injured list, was … [Read more...] about Mariners’ Sam Haggerty Suffers Torn Achilles