Mariners claim 1B/OF Michael Toglia off waivers in first offseason addition
A Gig Harbor homecoming kicks off the winter.
The Seattle Mariners have added first baseman/outfielder Michael Toglia to their roster via waiver wire, a move that signals the team's offseason roster shake-up. The 28-year-old switch-hitter, a top prospect in the Rockies organization, faces challenges in transitioning to the big leagues, particularly due to his struggles with the park he's played in throughout his career, Coors Field.
Toglia's struggles include a high strikeout rate, a torn labrum that ended his 2025 season early, and a poor fWAR ranking of -3.5. However, his raw power and improved swing mechanics in recent seasons have shown promise, with some comparing his attributes to those of former Rockies players Nolan Jones and Luke Raley. While Toglia's struggles have hindered his big league success, Seattle's general manager, Jerry Dipoto, seems open to giving the potential big leaguer another shot.
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