Mariners General Manager Jerry Dipoto announced today that the club has requested unconditional release waivers on infielder/outfielder Stefen Romero to allow him to pursue an opportunity to play in Japan.
This roster move leaves the Mariners Major League, 40-man, roster at 35.
Romero, 28, appeared in 9 games with Seattle over 2 separate stints in 2016, batting .235 (4x17) with 1 run scored, 1 double, 3 RBI and 1 walk. He spent the majority of the season with AAA Tacoma, batting .304 (127x418) with 70 runs scored, 24 doubles, 6 triples, 21 home runs, 85 RBI and 36 walks in 106 games with the Rainiers.