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Mariner Cole Wilcox’s Unexpected Strategy Could Change His Career Trajectory Forever

Mariner Cole Wilcox’s Unexpected Strategy Could Change His Career Trajectory Forever

Today marked a pivotal moment for the Mariners as they executed their inaugural roster adjustment of the season — placing right-handed pitcher Carlos Vargas on the 15-day injured list due to a lat strain, and welcoming back fellow righty Cole Wilcox from Tacoma. This move not only shakes up the bullpen but also resurrects the intriguing saga of Wilcox’s journey through baseball’s intricate trade web.

Back in December 2020, a blockbuster trade between the Padres and Rays sent Blake Snell to San Diego, while promising talents like Luis Patiño, Francisco Mejia, Blake Hunt, and Cole Wilcox found themselves headed to Tampa Bay. Fast forward to this offseason: the Mariners have quietly maneuvered their way to securing nearly all the key pieces from that deal, snagging Wilcox—the last Rays-held asset of that swap—for cash considerations. For Wilcox, who never once donned a Padres uniform in a pro game, Tampa Bay was the sole home he’d ever known until now.

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