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Mariners weigh trades of Hancock and Castillo

Entities: Emerson Hancock · Kade Anderson · Seattle Mariners · Luis Castillo

Overview

In early July, right‑hander Emerson Hancock threw seven shutout innings for Seattle, extending his streak of quality starts and helping the Mariners post a 24‑inning scoreless run. By late July, the club was already weighing a trade of Hancock to add offense, with the Chicago Cubs cited as a probable destination.

A July 23 report confirmed the Mariners’ willingness to move Hancock, noting his contract value of $793,300 for the season and his 3.16 ERA. The team’s depth—six healthy starters and a slate of top prospects—gave Seattle flexibility to consider a starter trade while targeting right‑handed hitting. The Cubs remained a leading suitor.

A July 28 update broadened the trade discussion to veteran right‑hander Luis Castillo. At a $32.5 million salary and a 4.93 ERA, Castillo is the club’s most expensive and oldest starter. Seattle is prepared to absorb part of his salary to acquire a right‑handed hitter and a high‑leverage reliever. The report also said Hancock could still serve as an alternative piece in any deal. Prospect Kade Anderson is mentioned as a potential rotation bridge should Castillo be dealt.

Both reports indicate the Mariners are actively exploring moves before the Aug. 3 deadline to balance their lineup, improve offensive output, and preserve long‑term pitching depth.

Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Seattle Mariners Explore Trade of Pitcher Luis Castillo Before Deadline

    The Seattle Mariners are weighing a trade of veteran pitcher Luis Castillo, possibly alongside Emerson Hancock, before the Aug 3 deadline to acquire a right‑handed bat and reliever, with prospect Kade Anderson

  2. 7 days ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Seattle Mariners explore trade of right‑hander Emerson Hancock

    Seattle is willing to trade right‑hander Emerson Hancock, with Luis Castillo also mentioned, to add offense. The team has six healthy starters and prospects, and the Cubs are cited as a potential buyer before 3

  3. 24 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Seattle Mariners shut out Toronto Blue Jays 4-0 as Emerson Hancock pitches

    Seattle Mariners beat Toronto Blue Jays 4-0, with Emerson Hancock’s seven shutout innings and Mitch Garver’s two‑run homer extending Seattle’s 24‑inning scoreless streak.

Sources

baseballrumors.me · brandonsun.com · ca.sports.yahoo.com · heavy.com · jaysinthehouse.com · mlbtradeRumors.com · mlbtraderumors.com · mymotherlode.com · si.com · theathletic.com