The Mariners announced that they have claimed left-hander Tyler Jay off waivers from the Brewers. The latter club designated him for assignment a week ago when they acquired Grant Anderson. Seattle’s 40-man roster had a vacancy but is now full. Jay, 31, was the sixth overall pick in the 2015 draft but it took him almost a decade to get to the big leagues. Various injuries, … [Read more...] about Mariners Claim Tyler Jay
Mariners Claim Hagen Danner
The Mariners announced that they have claimed right-hander Hagen Danner off waivers from the Blue Jays. The latter club had designated him for assignment last month. DFA limbo normally only lasts a week but that clock is paused during the holidays. Seattle’s 40-man roster count is now 39. Danner, 26, has a fairly limited track record as a pitcher. That’s due to his unusual … [Read more...] about Mariners Claim Hagen Danner
Yankees Interested In Luis Arráez, Gavin Lux
The Yankees have already had a busy offseason but aren’t done yet. Jeff Passan of ESPN reports that they have had discussions with the Padres about Luis Arráez and the Dodgers about Gavin Lux, with either a possibility to take over the second base job in the Bronx. Jon Morosi of MLB Network says the Mariners, who are known to be looking for infield upgrades, have checked in on … [Read more...] about Yankees Interested In Luis Arráez, Gavin Lux
Cubs, Mariners Among Teams Interested In Yoan Moncada
“Several” teams remain involved the market for third baseman Yoán Moncada, according to a report from Francys Romero this afternoon. Romero goes on to report that the Cubs and Mariners are among the clubs with interest in Moncada’s services in addition to the Blue Jays, who were previously reported as a potential suitor last month. After spending eight seasons on the south side … [Read more...] about Cubs, Mariners Among Teams Interested In Yoan Moncada
Where Can The Mariners Turn For Third Base Help?
The Mariners haven’t been shy about their desire to shore up their infield mix this winter, and while at points in the offseason the club has shown an interest in upgrading at second their focus appears to be primarily on upgrading the infield corners rather than the keystone, where options like Dylan Moore and Ryan Bliss available to hold down the fort until top middle infield … [Read more...] about Where Can The Mariners Turn For Third Base Help?