Mariners Trade for Veteran Justin Turner to Boost Offense
Seattle acquires Turner from Toronto, sending OF prospect RJ Schreck in return as trade deadline looms.
Overview
- Seattle takes on the remainder of Turner's $13 million salary for 2024.
- Turner, 39, brings postseason experience and a .254 batting average this season.
- Toronto, struggling at 49-56, shifts focus to future prospects.
- Turner to fill a key role for Mariners' playoff push amid offensive struggles.
- Schreck, 24, promoted to Double-A this season, shows promise with advanced plate discipline.