The Mariners picked up some pitching depth and versatility on Friday, claiming left-handed pitcher Nick Margevicius off waivers from the Padres.
To make room on the 40-man roster, right-handed pitcher Reggie McClain was designated for assignment. The Mariners have seven days to trade, release or outright McClain to the minor leagues.
Margevicius (pronounced mahr-GAV-a-chiss) was designated for assignment by San Diego on Jan. 17. The 23-year-old earned a spot in San Diego’s opening day rotation despite never pitching above the High-A level in his career. He made his major league debut March 30 vs. San Francisco, throwing five innings and allowing a run on three hits with five strikeouts in his first MLB start.