Rookie first baseman Dan Vogelbach’s latest opportunity ended Tuesday in another round of disappointment and for the same reason: A bat that didn’t play to expectations.
The Mariners optioned Vogelbach to Tacoma prior to their series opener against the Los Angeles Angels at Safeco Field. It was one of series of moves as the Mariners seek to arrest a disappointing season.
The Mariners also selected the contracts of right-handed relievers Jean Machi and Emilio Pagan from Tacoma after designating reliever Casey Fien for assignment.
To clear space on the 40-man roster, the Mariners shifted utilityman Shawn O’Malley to the 60-day disabled list because of tendinitis in his right shoulder.