Ben Williamson

Tampa Bay Rays president of baseball operations Erik Neander said on a Monday conference call that newly acquired infielder Ben Williamson could see time at second base, third base and shortstop. He was on the team’s shortlist as a right-handed, versatile utility option.

Fantasy Impact

Williamson was acquired by the Rays in a three-team trade that sent Brendan Donovan to the Seattle Mariners. He appeared in 85 games with the Mariners in 2025, all at third base, and slashed .253/.294/.310 with one home run in 295 plate appearances. If he makes the 26-man roster, Williamson is expected to serve as a utility player, providing the Rays with valuable infield depth.

The Mariners are reportedly trading Ben Williamson to the Rays in a three-team deal that is sending Brendan Donovan from the Cardinals to Seattle.

Fantasy Impact

The details are still being finalized. Williamson had been considered the favorite to open the season at third base for Seattle. He'll add depth in the infield for Tampa Bay.

Ben Williamson is considered the current favorite at third base heading into spring training with the Mariners.

Fantasy Impact

This news comes as no surprise after Eugenio Suarez signed a one-year deal with the Reds on Sunday. Williamson played solid defense, but struggled at the plate last season. Mariners top prospect Colt Emerson is also expected to compete for playing time all over the infield. Seattle also remains interested in Brendan Donovan.

The Mariners optioned Ben Williamson to Triple-A Tacoma.

Fantasy Impact

Williamson gets sent down with Seattle trading for Eugenio Suarez. He had flashed with his glove, but struggled a bit at the plate. He could be called back up later in the season.

Ben Williamson went 2-for-3 in the loss to the Angels, adding a double, two runs scored, and one stolen base.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s game, Williamson holds a .252 batting average with 38 hits, 23 runs scored, and 13 RBI across 43 games this season. He has two steals in three attempts this season.