Monday links!
In Mariners news…
- Veteran outfielder Mitch Haniger has been released by the Mariners. Thank you, Mitch, for all of the amazing memories from your time in Seattle. You will surely be remembered for your impactful role in the team’s most exciting moments.
- Top prospect Jonny Farmelo discusses his excitement to return to the field after suffering a torn ACL last season.
- LHP Drew Pomeranz and RHP Jesse Hahn have been released by the team in a series of roster moves that essentially set the Mariners’ 26-man roster ahead of Opening Day.
Around the league…
- Tampa Bay Rays ace Shane McClanahan will begin the season on the IL after being pulled from his most recent Spring Training start due to nerve irritation.
- The Boston Red Sox have released veteran RHP Adam Ottavino after he triggered an opt-out clause on his contract.
- The Los Angeles Angels have acquired RHP Ian Anderson from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for LHP José Suarez.
- Baltimore Orioles star shortstop Gunnar Henderson will begin the season on the IL due to a mild right intercostal strain that has kept him out of Spring Training action for the past three weeks.
- The Detroit Tigers have signed veteran outfielder Manuel Margot to a one-year/$1.3 million deal.