Injury Updates on Key Players
The Seattle Mariners have received positive injury updates on two of their key players, J.P. Crawford and Julio Rodriguez. Both players were seen working out together at T-Mobile Park, which is a good sign for the team. Crawford, who suffered a broken hand, was initially expected to miss 4-6 weeks. He has been out for about a week so far. Rodriguez, on the other hand, suffered an ankle injury. While no definitive timetable was given, the team hopes he will return shortly after his 10-day IL stint expires. Jerry Dipoto, the President of Baseball Operations, expressed hope that Rodriguez could be back by the next homestand starting Friday.
Player Performance and Expectations
Julio Rodriguez has been having a down year by All-Star standards but was improving before his injury. He is currently batting .263 with 11 home runs this season. The team expects him to pair with Randy Arozarena upon his return to form an exciting outfield core. J.P. Crawford has been struggling this year, hitting just .204 with nine home runs. He has been unable to replicate his career year from 2023, where he hit 19 home runs with a .266 average.
Recent Trades and Acquisitions
The Mariners have been active in the trade market. They re-acquired reliever JT Chargois from the Miami Marlins just before the trade deadline. The Mariners received Chargois in exchange for RHP Will Schomberg. Chargois, who began the year on the injured list, has a record of surrendering just three earned runs in 16⅔ innings since his return. His fastball velocity has dropped from an average of 96.3 mph to 94.4 mph this year, but he still relies mostly on a sinker/slider combo.
Team Roster and Performance
The Mariners are looking forward to reintegrating both Crawford and Rodriguez into a roster that now includes Randy Arozarena and newly-acquired Justin Turner. The team currently holds a record of 57-52 and is finishing a series against the Boston Red Sox. Turner shared his excitement about joining the playoff chase in his first comments as a Mariner during a media session on Tuesday.
Injury Update on Victor Robles
Outfielder Victor Robles was pulled early from Tuesday’s win over the Red Sox due to a hip injury. Robles did not start in Wednesday’s series finale against the Red Sox. Manager Scott Servais initially hoped that an off day on Wednesday and a team off day on Thursday would help Robles recover. However, Servais expressed concerns that the hip issue might not improve with just 1-2 days of rest and indicated they would reassess Robles’ condition when the team returns home on Friday night.
Robles’ Performance and Importance
Despite opportunities to play on Wednesday, Robles did not participate, showing the team’s intent to avoid using him. This season, Robles is hitting .300 and has an impressive .371 average over his last 31 games. After being designated for assignment by the Washington Nationals earlier this year, Robles has become invaluable to the Mariners. With Julio Rodriguez already sidelined, losing another key player like Robles would be detrimental to the team.
Upcoming Games and Expectations
The Mariners are set to play against the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night. The team hopes that Robles might be back by then. The Mariners are currently 57-52 for the year and will finish their series with the Red Sox on Wednesday at 1:10 p.m. PT.
Recent Transactions and Bullpen Updates
The Mariners have made several transactions to address their bullpen needs. They optioned reliever Gabe Speier to Triple-A Tacoma and recalled lefty Jhonathan Díaz before Tuesday night’s game at Fenway Park. This move was necessary due to bullpen strain exacerbated by Logan Gilbert’s short outing. Additionally, the Mariners acquired JT Chargois from the Marlins to strengthen their bullpen.
10-Day/15-Day Injured List Updates
Several players are currently on the injured list. Center fielder Julio Rodríguez is recovering from a high right ankle sprain and has begun light baseball activities. Catcher Harry Ford is expected to return in early August after being diagnosed with a concussion. Shortstop J.P. Crawford is expected to return in August or September after suffering a right pinky fracture. Outfielder Dominic Canzone is expected to return in mid-August after sustaining a right adductor strain.
60-Day Injured List Updates
Right-handed pitcher Matt Brash underwent Tommy John surgery and is expected to return in June 2025. Outfielder/utility player Sam Haggerty tore his right Achilles and is expected to return in May 2025. Right-handed pitcher Jackson Kowar also underwent Tommy John surgery, ending his season before it began. He is expected to return in 2025.
Related Content and Media Engagements
A new podcast episode of “Refuse to Lose” discusses recent games, including a loss to the Red Sox, the impact of missed calls, the Justin Turner trade, and more insights from Rob Bradford of “Baseball Isn’t Boring.” Fans are encouraged to follow Inside the Mariners coverage on social media platforms like Facebook and “X” (formerly Twitter) for updates from Teren Kowatsch and Brady Farkas.
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