Mariners Moose Tracks, 7/29/24: Isaac Paredes, Jon Gray, Austin Riley
A slew of looming-trade-deadline links to tickle your fancy on this Monday morning.
In Mariners news...
- Since joining the Mariners after being DFA’d by the Washington Nationals, Víctor Robles has almost single-handedly kept the fandom vibes from plunging into crushing depths, through his energetic presence and scorching hot bat. There's much more to the player than just the stat line, though, and Shannon Drayer has given us a deeper look into the person behind the uniform. I was already toying with the idea of buying a Robles jersey in teal before reading this article, but after reading it I know I will.
- Adam Jude provided updates about the who and what of Seattle’s intentions at the deadline, making it clear they still plan to add—if they can find a willing trade partner. ($)
- Insight into Seattle’s deadline intentions was also given by Jerry Dipoto himself.
"Whether that's adding a bat for the corner infielder position or another outfielder."
— MLB Network Radio on SiriusXM (@MLBNetworkRadio) July 28, 2024
Even after adding Randy Arozarena, it doesn't seem the @Mariners are finished #Mariners | #TridentsUp
https://t.co/fGPbvbj8w4 pic.twitter.com/0aiLvHCpXy
- After a 1-for-4 effort, Jorge Polanco was removed late in yesterday’s game due to a knee issue he’s been dealing with.
Jorge Polanco is dealing with a minor knee issue, which is why he came out late.
— Adam Jude (@A_Jude) July 28, 2024
- This is probably, almost guaranteed, to be nothing. Unless...
Teams with scouts at Trop today - for whatever that’s worth - include #Yankees, #Rangers, #Mariners
— Marc Topkin (@TBTimes_Rays) July 28, 2024
- Even though he has already set up permanent residence there, Cal Raleigh continues to slug his way into the hearts and minds of Seattle fans, and from both sides of the plate.
Cal Raleigh has 22 home runs this season, most among @MLB catchers.
— Mariners PR (@MarinersPR) July 28, 2024
Cal has 12 HR as a lefty and 10 HR as a righty, the ONLY player in @MLB with 10+ HR from both sides of the plate this season. https://t.co/nCD06YV1Ms
- A very Merry Birthiversary to infield prospect Cole Young!
Young just became Old(er)
— Arkansas Travelers (@ARTravs) July 29, 2024
Join us in wishing a happy birthday to INF Cole Young! pic.twitter.com/6zRt3l25hL
- No, thank you Yimi García, thank you. Keep up the good work, and welcome to Seattle.
Yimi García stopped by to say hey pic.twitter.com/7zkX6BVTmD
— Seattle Mariners (@Mariners) July 28, 2024
- The Kid was there to celebrate with the team after their victory on Saturday.
Celebrating a win with Junior >>> pic.twitter.com/CJkcZoJggq
— Seattle Mariners (@Mariners) July 28, 2024
- It’s a vibe.
Me after the Mariners swept the 27-81 White Sox pic.twitter.com/vqdDu3AqeN
— Mina Kimes (@minakimes) July 28, 2024
- Colt Emerson has been making and continues to make his case for his elevated top prospect status.
Colt Emerson has reached base safely in 34 straight games & 35 of 36 games played in 2024.
— Mariners Minors (@MiLBMariners) July 29, 2024
36G, .281/.431/.415/.846, 38H, 10 2B, 1 3B, 2HR, 32R, 21RBI, 32BB, 23K, 5/6 SB, 18.4BB%, 13.2K%, 136 wRC+.
- A small sample size with some big numbers for Kobe Kato since joining the Rainiers, a big leap for the 25 year old minor leaguer.
Kobe Kato since joining the Rainiers:
— Mariners Minors (@MiLBMariners) July 29, 2024
5G, .556/.619/.778/1.397, 10H, 2 2B, 1 3B, 8R, 7RBI, 2BB, 0K, HBP, 4/4 SB.
Not bad for someone with 2 plate appearances above A-Ball before joining the Rainiers.
Around the league...
- After Rockies pitcher Cal Quantrill chirped at (now former) Boston backup catcher Reese McGuire about his seedy past, the tensions between the two teams reportedly reignited off of the field, and stadium security had to get involved.
- Isaac Paredes is now a Chicago Cub, but more importantly, he's not an Astro.
Cubs are sending Christopher Morel along with reliever Hunter Bigge and pitching prospect Ty Johnson to the Rays for 3B Isaac Paredes. @JeffPassan and @Feinsand were on it.
— Sahadev Sharma (@sahadevsharma) July 28, 2024
- The Red Sox made a flurry of moves, including adding recent acquisitions James Paxton and Danny Jansen to their roster.
Red Sox roster moves:
— Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) July 28, 2024
Added LHP James Paxton and C Danny Jansen to the active roster.
Claimed RHP Yohan Ramírez off waivers from the Dodgers.
Designated RHP Chase Anderson and C Reese McGuire for assignment.
- Jon Gray was pulled from the Rangers game with right groin discomfort, and will undergo imaging for further assessment.
Jon Gray exited today's game with right groin discomfort.
— Shawn McFarland (@McFarland_Shawn) July 28, 2024
- Is Atlanta cursed? With all of the injuries this year, I am starting to think Atlanta might actually be cursed. This time it is Reynaldo López who is now day-to-day, with right forearm tightness.
Reynaldo López was removed from today’s game as a precaution due to right forearm tightness. @ashahahmadi has the report ️ pic.twitter.com/EhaThK7moj
— Bally Sports South (@BallySportsSO) July 28, 2024
- It wasn’t all subtraction from the Rangers on the Sunday just two days before the trade deadline, as they pulled off a trade with the Tigers.
Official: Rangers acquire C Carson Kelly from the Tigers for C Liam Hicks and RHP Tyler Owens.
— Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) July 29, 2024
The Tigers will need someone to take the spot of Kelly, and they didn’t let that decision dangle, and are expected to go with Dingle.
Expect Dillon Dingler, 25, to be on his way to Detroit following this move. @MLBNetwork @MLBPipeline https://t.co/Wq10wAUIqd
— Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) July 28, 2024
- Grain, meet salt.
Sources: The Tigers and Orioles are remaining in contact on a possible Tarik Skubal trade, but there’s no deal close at this hour.
— Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) July 29, 2024
Baltimore continues to look for a top-of-the-rotation arm.@MLBNetwork @MLB @MLBNetworkRadio
- The Rays have been the most active of any team at the deadline, and have now dealt reliever Jason Adam to the San Diego Padres.
Full trade: The San Diego Padres are acquiring reliever Jason Adam from the Tampa Bay Rays for right-handed Dylan Lesko, outfielder Homer Bush Jr. and a third prospect, sources tell ESPN.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) July 28, 2024
- There’s been some talk on the hot stove of Josh Bell possibly getting moved to another team, and now that might be even more likely with him being put on outright waivers.
The Miami Marlins are placing first baseman Josh Bell on outright waivers, according to sources familiar with the situation.
— Robert Murray (@ByRobertMurray) July 28, 2024
- Former division rival turned friend turned former friend and current he’s-in-the-National-League-so-it’s-whatever Ryne Stanek had a rough first outing with his new team, the Mets.
Ryne Stanek allows two homers to the Braves in his Mets debut.
— FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) July 28, 2024
(via @Braves) pic.twitter.com/EXdexUuQZm
- The speed with which the broadcast director went to a different camera shot! Not quick enough though... not quick enough.
Austin Riley caught trying to tickle his teammate's taint mid-game
— Evan (@OhChev) July 28, 2024
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- What could be better for Xavier Edwards than hitting his first Major League home run? How about hitting for the cycle in the same game, capping it off with an impressive hustle into an infield single.
Xavier Edwards hit his first Major League home run earlier today.
— MLB (@MLB) July 28, 2024
He followed that up by completing just the 2nd cycle in @Marlins history! pic.twitter.com/5VDhZTioGx
- Former pitcher Reyes Moronta has tragically passed away in an accident, at the age of 31.
Former MLB pitcher Reyes Moronta, 31, passed away in a traffic accident tonight.
— Héctor Gómez (@hgomez27) July 29, 2024
Moronta played for Giants, DBacks, Dodgers and Angels: 10-11, 3.05 ERA, 177 G, 3 SV, 171.1 IP, 116 H, 58 H, 16 HR, 94 BB, 202 SO, WHIP 1.23.
Rest in peace. https://t.co/Kjnsxf1w4k