Victor Robles signed an extension with the Seattle Mariners yesterday. The deal comes a few months after the outfielder was granted his release by the Washington Nationals, following his refusal of an outright assignment. The Nationals previously tried to trade Robles and his $2.65 million salary, but found no takers.
Since joining Seattle, Robles has a .303/.372/.450 line in 123 plate appearances. It’s not a large sample, but it was enough for the Mariners to extend him for two years and $9.75 million, with a $9 million option for year three.
The Pittsburgh Pirates equivalent of this type of move was the early-season addition of Joey Bart.