Mariners Select Connor Joe, Place Victor Robles On IL
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- Veteran outfielder Connor Joe has been added to the Seattle Mariners roster, replacing Victor Robles, who is sidelined with a pectoral strain.
- Right-hander Carlos Vargas was moved to the 60-day injured list to clear a 40-man roster spot for Joe, who had previously been on a minor league deal with the Mariners since February.
- Joe impressed during MLB Spring Training with a .340/.411/.560 slash line but did not make the big-league roster initially; he has MLB experience with the Padres and Reds, showing versatility across outfield and first base positions.
- At 33, Joe is expected to provide defensive flexibility off the bench, primarily in corner outfield spots and possibly at first base against left-handed pitching.
- Victor Robles, who had limited playing time this season, was injured during a pregame workout and is heading to the injured list, prompting the Mariners to make this roster adjustment.
