Overview
- The Mariners reinstated Victor Robles from the 10-day injured list and optioned Connor Joe to Triple-A Tacoma, a change announced on Friday, May 22.
- Robles missed most of April with a right pectoral strain and has only five major-league appearances this season, but the club activated him to bolster depth.
- In Triple-A Tacoma Robles posted improved on-base and baserunning numbers, hitting .256 with a .389 on-base percentage, four doubles and two stolen bases in his rehab stint.
- Connor Joe had a limited platoon role with Seattle, batting .182 in 39 plate appearances, and the club sent him down to create roster flexibility while several starters recover.
- The move comes as Seattle sits 24-27 with one of the weakest batting averages in MLB, and Robles’ return could affect lineup mix and playing time during the upcoming road series against Kansas City and Oakland.