Tyler Locklear

The Mariners optioned Tyler Locklear to Triple-A Tacoma.

Fantasy Impact

Locklear has been sent down with Justin Turner reporting to the team. He struggled in his limited at-bats, but still remains a top prospect in the Mariners farm system.

Tyler Locklear is out of the starting lineup for the Mariners Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Locklear will head to the bench for the start of the series with Boston. Jason Vosler will start at first base and bat seventh.

Tyler Locklear is in the starting lineup for the Mariners Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Locklear will start at first base and bat sixth against the Angels. He is hitting .200, with two home runs, and three RBI in 30 at-bats this season.

Tyler Locklear reportedly has a locker in the Mariners clubhouse, meaning he has been called up from Triple-A.

Fantasy Impact

Locklear, Cade Marlowe and Leo Rivas all have lockers in the clubhouse for Seattle. The moves should all be made official later on Tuesday.

The Mariners are expected to recall Tyler Locklear from Triple-A Tacoma.

Fantasy Impact

This comes after Seattle placed Ty France on waivers on Sunday. Locklear was in the majors for a short stint earlier this season while France was on the injured list. Locklear is expected to serve as the every day first baseman for Seattle, though a trade by Seattle for a first baseman is possible.