Samad Taylor

The Seattle Mariners have optioned utility player Samad Taylor to Triple-A Tacoma.

Fantasy Impact

Taylor's demotion was one of a number of roster moves the Mariners made on Monday. Acquired in the offseason from the Royals, Taylor hit just .200 without a homer but with eight steals in 31 appearances for the Royals in 2023.

The Mariners optioned Samad Taylor to Triple-A Tacoma.

Fantasy Impact

Taylor was unable to earn a depth role on the Opening Day roster for Seattle. He could be called up at some point from Triple-A.

The Mariners have acquired INF/OF Samad Taylor from Kansas City in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations.

Fantasy Impact

The Royals made this move to open up room for the signing of Adam Frazier. Taylor saw 60 at-bats last season, drawing seven walks and stealing eight bases. He figures to play in a utility role in Seattle this season.

Royals infielder Samad Taylor is back in the starting lineup Wednesday versus the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

Taylor didn't see action in Tuesday's 6-3 loss but will start at second base in place of Michael Massey on Wednesday. Taylor has struggled mightily in the big leagues this season, hitting just .200 with eight stolen bases and a .559 OPS across 64 trips to the plate.

Royals infielder/outfielder Samad Taylor is in the starting lineup Thursday versus the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact

Taylor, 25, has appeared in just 20 games with the Royals this season, hitting .205 with six stolen bases in that time. However, he raked to the tune of a .314 average with six homers and an eye-popping 42 stolen bases in 74 games at the Triple-A level this season.