Josh Simpson

The Mariners optioned LHP Josh Simpson to Triple-A Tacoma.

Fantasy Impact

Simpson will add pitching depth in Tacoma to open the season for Seattle.

The Mariners acquired Josh Simpson from the Marlins in exchange for cash considerations.

Fantasy Impact

Simpson had been designated for assignment by Miami last week. He will compete for a depth role in the Mariners bullpen in spring training.

Josh Simpson has been designated for assignment by the Miami Marlins. The move allows Josh King a spot on the 40-man roster.

Fantasy Impact

Simpson made his major league debut last season with the Marlins and pitched to a 7.34 ERA in 31 appearances. The southpaw allowed 34 hits and 22 walks in 30.2 innings, but did strike out 36 batters. The 28-year-old has had much more success in the minors, pitching to a 4.33 ERA with 318 strikeouts in 226.2 career innings. Teams looking for lefthanded arms could take a flier on Simpson.

Josh Simpson threw 1 1/3 scoreless innings, allowing one hit with no walks and one strikeout in the Marlins’ 6-5 win over the Phillies on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Simpson holds an 8.16 ERA with a 1.88 WHIP and 32 strikeouts across 28 2/3 innings this season. While he’s been hittable overall, Tuesday’s outing was a clean effort in relief.

The Miami Marlins optioned Josh Simpson to Triple-A Jacksonville on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Simpson is heading back to the minors after posting a 14.00 ERA and 2.44 WHIP in nine relief innings during August.