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Mariners Boost Pitching Depth, Acquire Cole Wilcox

11/6/2025

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Seattle Mariners acquired right-handed pitcher Cole Wilcox from the Tampa Bay Rays for cash considerations.
The trade marks the Mariners' first move after their postseason elimination.
Cole Wilcox is 26 years old, stands 6 feet 5 inches, and has a fastball that averages 96.6 mph.
The Rays transitioned him to a reliever role in the minors this year.
The Mariners intend to bolster pitching depth for the upcoming season.

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Seattle Mariners acquired right-handed pitcher Cole Wilcox from the Tampa Bay Rays for cash considerations.
The trade marks the Mariners' first move after their postseason elimination.
Cole Wilcox is 26 years old, stands 6 feet 5 inches, and has a fastball that averages 96.6 mph.
The Rays transitioned him to a reliever role in the minors this year.
The Mariners intend to bolster pitching depth for the upcoming season.