The Mariners have selected the contract of Jhonathan Diaz from Triple-A Tacoma.

Fantasy Impact

Diaz will take the roster spot of Emerson Hancock, who was optioned in a corresponding move. Diaz will likely take Hancock's spot in the starting rotation.

The Mariners have reassigned Jhonathan Diaz to minor-league camp, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Diaz has been stretched out as a starter this spring but was never in the mix for a rotation spot, even with George Kirby (shoulder) set to miss time. Emerson Hancock is likely to fill Kirby’s role to start the season, but Diaz remains a depth option if further injuries arise. He will continue building innings at Triple-A Tacoma while awaiting a potential call-up.

Jhonathan Díaz allowed three runs on three hits over two innings in Friday’s Cactus League loss to the Padres.

Fantasy Impact

Díaz got the nod for Seattle’s spring opener but struggled early, surrendering three runs in the first inning, including a two-run homer to Manny Machado. He settled in for a scoreless second frame but finished with just three swings and misses on 31 pitches, posting a 32% CSW. The 28-year-old left-hander is likely competing for a swingman role on the Mariners' Opening Day roster.

Jhonathan Diaz will start in Friday's spring training game for the Mariners against the Padres.

Fantasy Impact

Diaz wound up back with Seattle on a minor league deal after he was designated for assignment earlier in the offseason. He will be competing for a depth role in the Mariners bullpen.

The Mariners signed Jhonathan Diaz to a minor league contract with an invite to spring training.

Fantasy Impact

Diaz elected free agency after he was designated for assignment by Seattle and went unclaimed on waivers. He'll head back to the Mariners where he'll add relief depth.