Athletics add pitching depth in trade with Mariners

The Athletics made a trade on Thursday with the Seattle Mariners, the team announced.“The Athletics have acquired left-handed pitcher José Suarez from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for cash considerations and designated outfielder Junior Perez for assignment.”Thursday's announcement comes after the A's placed right-handed pitcher Brooks Kriske on the injured list with a shoulder injury on Wednesday. The Suarez addition will provide the ball club with potentially impactful pitching depth.Suarez, 28, began the season with the Atlanta Braves. He struggled across eight outings, however, turning in a 6.61 ERA during that span. He later ended up with Seattle but made only one appearance with the Mariners. Now he is set for his next chapter with the Athletics.Meanwhile, outfielder Junior Perez was designated for assignment.The Athletics most recently defeated the St. Louis Cardinals by a final score of 6-2. St. Louis won the first game of the series, however. The series is tied 1-1 as the A's look to earn a series win on Thursday.Overall, the Athletics are 22-20 and in first place in the American League West standings. They hold a one and a half game lead over the second place Texas Rangers at the moment. The A's have performed well for the most part in 2026, as they have exceeded expectations without question.Perhaps Jose Suarez will help the Athletics continue to play well moving forward. He is capable of making a significant impact if given an opportunity.First pitch for the Athletics and Cardinals game on Thursday afternoon is scheduled for 3:05 PM EST.The Athletics made a trade on Thursday with the Seattle Mariners, the team announced. “The Athletics have acquired left-handed pitcher José Suarez from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for cash considerations and designated outfielder Junior Perez for assignment.