Seattle Mariners

Bryce Miller delivered an impressive performance in Wednesday's 5-1 victory over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: He allowed just one earned run on one hit and one walk while striking out seven over six innings. This outing underscores Miller's strong start to the season, now holding a 1.85 ERA and a 0.82 WHIP through his first four starts. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (8.9 K/9) while keeping runners off base highlights his fantasy relevance, especially in leagues valuing strikeouts and WHIP. The low BABIP (.172) suggests some luck, but fantasy managers should consider Miller a reliable option, particularly in matchups against weaker lineups.

Josh Rojas went 1-for-2 with a home run and an RBI in the Mariners' 5-1 victory over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: The third baseman's solo shot marked his first homer of the season, contributing to his solid .343 batting average through 12 games. Rojas's performance today could hint at emerging power potential, which has been largely absent thus far.

Mitch Garver went 1-for-3 with a home run and an RBI in the Mariners' 5-1 victory over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: His performance included a walk and he scored once. This game marked Garver's first home run of the season, a much-needed boost for both him and fantasy managers given his sluggish start to the year. With a batting average still hovering around the Mendoza Line, this power display provides a glimmer of hope but isn't enough to consider him a reliable fantasy starter yet. Owners should keep an eye on whether this sparks a turnaround, but expectations should be tempered given his overall performance so far this season.

Cal Raleigh went 1-for-2 with a home run, two RBI, and a run scored in the Mariners' 5-1 victory over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: Raleigh's performance, highlighted by his third homer of the season, provided a much-needed boost to his otherwise lukewarm .208 batting average. His ability to draw walks, as evidenced by his two in this game, helps offset his high strikeout rate and contributes positively to his on-base skills. While his power is evident, consistent contact remains an issue, limiting his fantasy upside. However, games like this show his potential value in deeper fantasy leagues, especially those that reward power-hitting catchers.

Ty France returns to the lineup for the Seattle Mariners against the Cincinnati Reds Wednesday. (Source: Seattle Mariners on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: France is back after taking a seat on the bench for manager Scott Servais Tuesday night, starting at first base and batting fifth against the Reds Wednesday.

J.P. Crawford is absent from the lineup for the Seattle Mariners against the Cincinnati Reds Wednesday. (Source: Seattle Mariners on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Crawford will receive the afternoon off for rest purposes, with Dylan Moore filling in at shortstop and batting seventh against the Reds Wednesday.

Logan Gilbert delivered a strong performance, allowing just one earned run on three hits and one walk while striking out six over 6 2/3 innings in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: This outing continues a stellar start to the 2024 season for Gilbert, who now boasts a 2.33 ERA and a 0.78 WHIP through five starts. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (9.7 K/9) alongside a superb strikeout-to-walk ratio (7.25) makes him a valuable asset in fantasy leagues.

Jorge Polanco went 1-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and three runs scored in the Mariners' 9-3 victory over the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: Despite a sluggish start to the season with a .203 batting average, Polanco's performance in this game showcased his potential to deliver power and production. His three-run homer and pair of walks contributed significantly to the team's win, hinting at a possible turnaround. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Polanco, as his ability to draw walks and occasional power surges could provide value, especially in leagues that reward on-base percentage.

Mitch Haniger had a productive outing in the Mariners' 9-3 victory over the Reds, going 2-for-3 with a home run, a double, two runs scored, and three RBI.

Fantasy Impact: This performance underscores his solid start to the season, boosting his batting average to .286 and his RBI count to 11 through 16 games. Haniger's ability to contribute power and consistent run production makes him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups. His knack for extra-base hits and driving in runs can be valuable for fantasy managers looking for outfield productivity.

George Kirby delivered a solid performance in Monday's 9-3 win against the Reds, tossing six innings and allowing two earned runs on five hits while striking out six and walking none.

Fantasy Impact: This outing marked a significant improvement for Kirby, whose season ERA of 6.64 and WHIP of 1.33 have painted a less flattering picture of his 2024 campaign. The zero walks and consistent strikeouts are encouraging signs, suggesting potential for better control and efficiency moving forward.

Jonatan Clase is making his MLB debut on Monday for the Mariners against the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: It was announced late Sunday night that Seattle was calling up Clase. It became official on Monday with Dominic Canzone placed on the injured list. Clase is hitting No. 8 in the lineup and starting in left field against Frankie Montas and the Reds.

Dominic Canzone (AC joint) underwent an MRI Monday that cleared the outfielder of any structural damage. (Source: Ryan Divish on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: This is great news for the Mariners and Canzone, as it means he will avoid surgery. Fantasy managers can expect that Canzone will still require a few weeks to heal up before he can return to the active roster.

Luke Raley is in the Mariners lineup on Monday against the Reds.

Fantasy Impact: After getting traded to Seattle in the offseason, Raley has made just 23 plate appearances so far this season. He is starting in right field for Seattle.

Julio Rodriguez returns to the lineup for the Seattle Mariners against the Cincinnati Reds Monday. (Source: Seattle Mariners on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Rodriguez is back after sitting out for routine rest Sunday, batting second and patrolling center field against the Reds for manager Scott Servais Monday.

The Seattle Mariners signed Luke Barker to a minor league deal. (Source: Jon Morosi on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Barker will report to Triple-A Tacoma. He debuted two years ago with the Brewers and missed all of last season after undergoing Tommy John surgery.

Luis Castillo allowed three runs (two earned) on seven hits over six innings against the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact: Castillo is now 0-4 on the season, though he pitched much better in this outing compared to his first three appearances. He is scheduled to face the Rockies next on the road.

Matt Brash is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment in the next week. (Source: Ryan Divish on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Brash was able to throw a successful bullpen session earlier in the week. He is on track to join the Mariners bullpen likely at some point in May.

Bryan Woo is reportedly expected to begin a rehab assignment in the next week. (Source: Ryan Divish on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Woo is continuing to work his way back from inflammation in his right elbow. He is on track to join the Mariners starting rotation at the end of April or in early May.

Andres Munoz pitched 1.1 scoreless innings and picked up the win in a game where the Mariners took down the Blue Jays in extra innings.

Fantasy Impact: Munoz added a rare win to go along with his two early-season saves. He is one of the top closers in fantasy baseball and remains a must-start option in all leagues.

Gregory Santos is reportedly working towards throwing off the mound soon. (Source: Ryan Divish on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Once Santos can throw off the mound, he'll likely face live hitters and then potentially head on a rehab assignment. He remains without a clear timetable to return.