Mariners’ first offseason move is for a 25-homer slugger with a ton of questions

The Seattle Mariners have made their first offseason move by claiming 28-year-old switch-hitter Michael Toglia off waivers from the Cincinnati Reds. Toglia had been on the 60-day injured list since September 4 due to a right shoulder dislocation. The Washington native previously hit 25 home runs with the Colorado Rockies in 2024, but he has largely struggled to consistently establish himself at the Major League level.

Writer Paul Taylor notes that Toglia provides raw power and defensive versatility, though questions remain about his transition to the pitcher-friendly T-Mobile Park. After five big-league seasons, Toglia holds career home-road batting averages of .225 and .173 respectively. Taylor suggests Toglia may serve as emergency organizational depth, though his status is further complicated if he is out of minor league options.