Mariners claim Jose Suarez off of waivers from Braves

May 12, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Hat and glove of Seattle Mariners center fielder Dee Gordon (9) sits in dugout during the third inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

The Seattle Mariners have started to get their ducks in a row as of late, erasing the deficit to the top of the American League West to only a game and a half heading into Sunday afternoon’s action.

Doing so requires a great deal of depth all across the roster, from utility players on the field to a plethora of arms in the bullpen to help finish games; it’s an all-around team effort.

The Mariners make a move

The latter of the two just saw some more bolstering on Sunday afternoon, as the Mariners’ front office made a move to claim Jose Suarez off of waivers from the Atlanta Braves, according to the MLB’s transaction tracker.

The 28-year-old was placed on waivers earlier in the week, after what was quite the tough start to the season, posting an ERA of 6.61 and a WHIP of 2.08 through his eight appearances. Both metrics are much higher than they were during his first season at Truist Park, when he’d pitch to the tune of a 1.86 ERA.

Following his move to Seattle, Suarez will now have played for a third major league team, having spent time with the Los Angeles Angels, as well as the aforementioned Braves.

This move shouldn’t come as too much of a shock, given the injuries that Seattle has to their pitching depth, as Matt Brash and Bryce Miller are currently out due to various reasons.

To make space for the 28-year-old, the Mariners have designated Rhylan Thomas for assignment, according to the league's transaction tracker. Thomas, who has been a part of Seattle's farm system since 2024, struggled in his three appearances this season, slashing a .125/.200/.250 statline.

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