Mariners Sign Former Mets Infielder
The Seattle Mariners have added to their depth, as they have signed former New York Mets infielder Andy Ibanez.
The Seattle Mariners have bolstered their infield depth by signing former New York Mets infielder Andy Ibanez to a minor league contract, according to BeisbolFR's Francys Romero. This move follows the Mets designating and subsequently releasing Ibanez. Over his brief MLB career, Ibanez has played in 434 games, amassing 28 home runs, 133 RBIs, and a .250 batting average.
This season, he has appeared in 14 games, splitting time between the Athletics and Mets, where he has not hit a home run but has recorded five RBIs and a .087 batting average. Prior to this, Ibanez had a strong season with the Detroit Tigers, hitting four home runs, 21 RBIs, and batting .239 in 91 games. Despite spending most of the season in the minors, Ibanez has posted a solid .310 batting average in 38 minor league games.
The Mariners' decision to sign Ibanez could provide valuable depth to their infield, especially if he impresses during his minor league stint. If his performance merits it, his contract could be selected, allowing him to join the team before the season concludes.
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