Insider explains why Mariners were winners at trade deadline
Now that the MLB trade deadline has passed, we are aware of the Seattle Mariners’ extended roster composition.
Bob’s Baseball Analysis: What was the Seattle Mariners’ performance during the trade deadline?
The Mariners acquired four seasoned veterans to their major league roster, including slugging left fielder Randy Arozarena, who they believe can be a team leader for many years.
When everything was said and done, here is how it shakes out:
The minor league outfielder Rhylan Thomas (Mets), minor league catcher Andruw Salcedo (Reds), relievers Yimi García (Blue Jays) and JT Chargois (Marlins), first baseman/designated hitter Justin Turner (Blue Jays), and cash are sent to the Mariners in exchange for Arazorena (from the Rays).
The Mariners trade minor league starting pitchers Brody Hopkins (Rays) and Will Schomberg (Marlins), minor league catcher Jacob Sharp (Blue Jays), a player to be named later (Rays), reliever Ryne Stanek (Mets), outfielder Jonatan Clase (Blue Jays), and minor league starting pitchers Aidan Smith (Rays) and RJ Schreck (Blue Jays).
Was it Seattle’s best haul at the deadline? And is it sufficient to give it the upper hand in the competition for the American League West championship? Jon Morosi, an MLB Network insider, joined Wyman and Bob of Seattle Sports to offer his opinion.
Seattle Mariners star Julio Rodríguez has confirmed that he will step aside from the team temporarily to allow newly acquired veteran Justin Turner to have more playing time. Rodríguez, the Mariners’ standout center fielder, made this decision in light of the team’s recent struggles and their need for experienced players to step up during the final stretch of the season.
Rodríguez’s move is seen as a selfless gesture to help the team capitalize on Turner’s recent hot streak, where the veteran has been hitting .301 with an .800 OPS since June. This change is aimed at boosting the Mariners’ playoff chances as they continue to fight for a spot in the postseason
Turner, who was recently acquired from the Toronto Blue Jays, is expected to bring a steady veteran presence to the lineup, potentially helping the Mariners overcome their offensive challenges
