The Seattle Mariners announced today that they had designated RHP Chris Flexen for assignment, clearing a spot on the 26-man roster to activate RHP Trevor Gott from the 15-day injured list. The move also clears a 40-man roster space, though that is not necessary for Gott’s activation.
This likely marks the end of the line for Flexen’s time in Seattle, as he’ll likely clear waivers due to his $8 million salary this season earned by vesting his option over the past couple seasons of steady play. Likely, he’ll have the chance to sign a minor league deal with a rotation-needy club.