The Seattle Mariners have made an exciting roster move by selecting the contract of left-hander Brandyn Garcia. This decision comes as the Mariners aim to bolster their bullpen ahead of the trade deadline on 2025-07-21 23:47:00. In a corresponding move, right-hander Juan Burgos has been optioned to Triple-A Tacoma, filling the 40-man roster, which is now at capacity.
- Brandyn Garcia's contract selected by Mariners
- Juan Burgos optioned to Triple-A Tacoma
- Garcia has strong 2023 performance stats
- Transitioned to relief pitcher this season
- Ranked #15 prospect by FanGraphs
- Garcia adds lefty depth to bullpen
Garcia, a promising 25-year-old, was drafted in the 11th round of the 2023 draft. After a successful season last year, where he posted a 2.25 ERA over 116 innings, the Mariners opted to transition him into a relief role this season. Despite a few control concerns, his stats remain impressive, with a 3.51 ERA across 33 1/3 innings this year.
This move raises questions about the Mariners’ bullpen strategy as they approach the trade deadline. Will Garcia’s addition provide the depth needed for a playoff push? Here are some key developments:
- Garcia has a solid strikeout rate of 28.2% this season.
- He will be the second lefty in the bullpen, joining Gabe Speier.
- Garcia’s control remains a concern with an 11.4% walk rate.
- His versatility allows for easy reassignment to Tacoma if needed.
As the Mariners gear up for their upcoming games, fans will be eager to see how Garcia performs and whether additional trades will further strengthen the roster. Stay tuned for more updates!
