Seattle Mariners
· 2026-07-01
The Seattle Mariners recalled right-handed reliever Cole Wilcox from the Triple-A Tacoma Rainiers.
This move aims to strengthen the bullpen against left-handed hitters.
The Mariners beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-2 on Monday, with both Angels' runs coming in the first three innings.
Seattle's bullpen got a rest after an eight-inning quality start from George Kirby.
The Mariners optioned left-handed pitcher Josh Simpson to Triple-A in a corresponding move.
Wilcox's stint will be his second of the season in the major leagues.
He posted a 5.40 ERA and struck out 15 batters in 13.1 innings pitched across 11 appearances in his first stint.
The Mariners will face the Angels again on Tuesday, with four righties in the Angels' starting lineup.
Wilcox has allowed an opposing batting average of .250 with a .324 on-base percentage against left-handed batters.
The Mariners are currently 6th in the American League with a 43-43 record, on a W1 streak, after winning 6-2 vs Los Angeles Angels on 2026-06-30.
The team will have an off-day Wednesday before wrapping up the series against the Angels on Thursday.
The Mariners will then close out the homestand with a three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays from Friday through Sunday.
The Blue Jays have three lefties in their usual starting lineup and one switch hitter, catcher Alejandro Kirk.
Wilcox was acquired by the Mariners in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays on Nov. 5, 2025, in return for cash considerations.
Simpson was acquired by the Mariners in a deal with the Miami Marlins on Feb. 16, 2026.