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Mariners Trade for Simpson, Donovan Amid Evans' Injury

2/17/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Seattle Mariners will miss Logan Evans for the 2026 season after Tommy John surgery.
To fill his spot, the Mariners traded for left-hander Josh Simpson from the Miami Marlins.
Simpson, 28, posted a 7.34 ERA in his rookie year but showed strikeout potential.
The Mariners also acquired Brendan Donovan, an infielder valued for versatility and on-base skills.
The team aims to build on last year's AL West Division Championship.

History

Historical Context

In 1974, Dr. Frank Jobe performed the first ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction, known as Tommy John surgery, on pitcher Tommy John, allowing him to extend his career by 14 seasons. This innovative procedure has since become standard in baseball, with an estimated one-third of Major League pitchers undergoing it by 2014, significantly impacting player recovery and team strategies in the sport.

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Story summary

The Seattle Mariners will miss Logan Evans for the 2026 season after Tommy John surgery.
To fill his spot, the Mariners traded for left-hander Josh Simpson from the Miami Marlins.
Simpson, 28, posted a 7.34 ERA in his rookie year but showed strikeout potential.
The Mariners also acquired Brendan Donovan, an infielder valued for versatility and on-base skills.
The team aims to build on last year's AL West Division Championship.

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