Mitch Garver Joins Seattle Mariners on Two-Year, $24M Deal

Garver, a free-agent catcher and designated hitter, is expected to boost the Mariners' lineup following a strong season with the Texas Rangers.

Mitch Garver, a free-agent catcher and designated hitter, has signed a two-year, $24 million deal with the Seattle Mariners.
Garver had a strong season with the Texas Rangers in 2023, hitting .270 with 19 home runs and 44 walks in 344 plate appearances.
Despite concerns about his durability due to a history of injuries, Garver is expected to mainly serve as the Mariners' designated hitter, backing up starting catcher Cal Raleigh.
Garver's signing marks a departure for the Mariners, as it's the first time general manager Jerry Dipoto has given a multiyear contract to a free-agent position player.
Garver's addition to the Mariners' lineup is expected to provide a boost, especially following the team's trades of starting third baseman Eugenio Suarez and starting left fielder Jarred Kelenic.