Mariners Acquire Utility Player Miles Mastrobuoni from Cubs

The Mariners traded cash considerations for Mastrobuoni and designated catcher Nick Raposo for assignment to clear roster space.

The Seattle Mariners traded cash considerations to the Chicago Cubs for 29-year-old utility player Miles Mastrobuoni.
Mastrobuoni has played multiple positions, including infield and corner outfield, and has one remaining Minor League option, increasing his roster flexibility.
In his MLB career, Mastrobuoni has a .219 batting average with one home run, nine RBIs, and 16 stolen bases in 118 games.
The Mariners designated catcher Nick Raposo for assignment to make room on their 40-man roster; Raposo was claimed off waivers from Toronto in December.
Mastrobuoni was DFA'd by the Cubs last week after they acquired reliever Matt Festa, and the Mariners continue to seek additional infield depth this offseason.