JOSÉ MARMOLEJOS NEWS

Tearing up spring pitching Marmolejos, competing for a utility role in spring training, is 4-for-7 with a double, an RBI and two runs across his first four Cactus League games.

Impact Lauded for his prowess at the plate during a minor-league career that saw him capture two Player of the Year awards in the Nationals organization, Marmolejos scuffled to a .206 average and .261 on-base percentage across his first 115 major-league plate appearances in Seattle last season. However, the 28-year-old demonstrated some solid pop with 10 extra-base hits (four doubles, six home runs) and was partly held back by an atypically low .232 BABIP. Marmolejos' biggest competition for a job might be fellow utility asset Sam Haggerty, who's off to a solid spring start in his own right, but there may be room for both players on the roster.

MARCH 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

26 days until Mariners Opening Day: Previewing Jose Marmolejos We are now down to 26 days in our Opening Day countdown! Now that we are at day 26, let's preview Mariners first baseman and outfielder Jose...

MARCH 6, 2021 • SODOMOJO.COM

Not in lineup Marmolejos is not starting the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against Oakland.

Impact Marmolejos hits the bench with lefty Mike Minor starting for the Athletics. He'll likely return to the lineup for the nightcap against righty Paul Blackburn.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against southpaw Marmolejos isn't in Tuesday's lineup against the Astros.

Impact With left-hander Framber Valdez starting for the Astros on Tuesday, Marmolejos will retreat to the bench. Jake Fraley will start in left field in his absence.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzales shuts down Astros as Mariners roll to 6-1 victory

Marco Gonzales threw eight shutout innings, Evan White broke open a tight game with a three-run homer in the seventh and the Seattle Mariners beat the Houston Astros 6-1 on Monday...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020 • Associated Press

Mariners look to stop 3-game losing streak against Padres

Seattle is looking to snap its three-game losing streak with a win over San Diego

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • Associated Press

Sitting again Thursday Marmolejos is not in the lineup Thursday against the Giants, Lauren Smith of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

Impact Marmolejos is on the bench for the second consecutive day with lefty Tyler Anderson starting for San Fran. Dylan Moore slides out to left field while Ty Frances takes over at the keystone.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Wednesday Marmolejos is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Giants.

Impact Marmolejos started the past seven games and will receive the day off after going 8-for-23 with two homers, two doubles and seven RBI during that stretch. Tim Lopes takes over in left field Wednesday for the Mariners.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Slugs sixth homer Marmolejos went 1-for-3 with a solo home run during a 6-5 win over the A's in the first game of Monday's doubleheader.

Impact His fifth-inning blast off Jesus Luzardo to lead off the fifth inning began the M's comeback from a 5-1 deficit. An 0-for-2 performance in the nightcap snapped his modest six-game hitting streak, but Marmolejos is still slashing .346/.404/.712 over his last 16 contests, and on the season the 27-year-old rookie has six homers and 18 RBI in 24 games.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Minor tosses 2-hitter, A's manage split with Mariners

Mike Minor tossed a two-hitter with eight strikeouts, Jake Lamb doubled and homered in his first game after signing with Oakland, and the Athletics beat the Seattle Mariners 9-0 in...

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • Associated Press

Keeps raking Sunday Marmolejos went 2-for-3 with an RBI double, a walk and a run in a win over the Diamondbacks on Sunday.

Impact The hot-hitting Marmolejos opened the scoring on the afternoon with his timely two-bagger in the first, which plated Kyle Seagerto give Seattle the early 1-0 lead. The 27-year-old is now riding a five-game hitting streak and has reached safely in 14 consecutive contests overall, slashing a blistering .362/.423/.702 with four doubles, four home runs and 14 RBI across 52 plate appearances during the latter span. The combination of a productive bat and defensive versatility is helping Marmolejos lock in consistent playing time; he's now made five appearances at first base, nine in left field and one in right. while also filling the designated-hitter role on seven occasions.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Walton drives in 3 as Mariners beat Diamondbacks 7-3

Donovan Walton had three RBIs, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-3

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • Associated Press

Slugs fifth homer Marmolejos went 2-for-4 with a home run, a double and three RBI in Saturday's victory over the Diamondbacks.

Impact Marmolejos hit in the fifth spot and drove Seattle's offense in the win, plating a run with a double in the first inning and belting a two-run homer in the fifth. The long ball was the first for Marmolejos in September and fifth overall this season. The 27-year-old has collected at least one hit in 12 of his last 13 games, going 15-for-44 (.341) with four homers and 13 RBI over that span.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Gets day off Marmolejos is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Rangers.

Impact He'll head to the bench for the first time in eight games, paving the way for Dee Strange-Gordon to enter the lineup in left field. Over the eight-game stretch, Marmolejos went 9-for-26 with two home runs, two doubles, four walks, six RBI and three runs. With Sam Haggerty (forearm) on the injured list and Ty France getting more work at second base of late in place of the struggling Shed Long, Marmolejos looks like he'll temporarily have a clear path to a regular lineup role, at least against right-handed pitching.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Swinging hot bat Marmolejos, who went 1-for-4 with a go-ahead RBI single in a win over the Rangers on Saturday, is now hitting .370 (10-for-27) with two doubles, three home runs, eight RBI, three w...

Impact The 27-year-old has hit safely in each of those contests as well, a stretch during which he's boosted his season average 129 points to .232. Marmolejos' versatility has played an integral role in him seeing regular playing time, as he's logged five starts apiece at first base and designated hitter, along with another six in left field. Given that he's starting to swing the bat in a manner akin to that which helped lead to a pair of Minor League Player of the Year awards in the Nationals organization, Marmolejos seems to be positioning himself for a steady role the rest of the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Marmolejo's RBI single in 8th lifts Mariners over Rangers

Rookie Jose Marmolejos hit a tiebreaking single in the eighth inning after twice leaving the bases loaded, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Texas Rangers 5-3

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020 • Associated Press

Trout hits 300th homer, Angels rally to take 2 from Astros

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020 • Associated Press

Hits go-ahead homer Monday Marmolejos went 2-for-3 with a solo home run in Monday's 2-1 win over the Angels.

Impact Marmolejos's solo shot off Matt Andriese gave the Mariners a 2-1 lead that Marco Gonzales did not relinquish on the way to his second complete game of his career. The long ball marked his fourth of the season and extended his hit-streak to six games. The lefty swinger has started every game since Aug. 27, and given his recent success, he figures to continue to see consistent playing time, especially against right-handers.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Glasnow paces AL East-leading Rays to 5-3 win over Yankees

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 • Associated Press

After stellar starters' duel, Mariners top Angels 2-1 in 10

The Seattle Mariners rallied for a 2-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels

AUGUST 30, 2020 • Associated Press

Slugs grand slam during nightcap Marmolejos, who went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run in Game 1 of a doubleheader against the Padres on Thursday, followed up that performance by going 2-for-4 with a grand slam in...

Impact It was a whirlwind of a day for Marmolejos, who displayed some of the proficiency at the batter's box that had previously earned him a pair of Minor League Player of the Year awards in the Nationals organization. The 27-year-old's grand slam in Game 2 of the twin bill was the pivotal part of a six-run first inning for the Mariners and gave Marmolejos a whopping six RBI for the day. The utility asset had been summoned from the Mariners' alternate training site in Tacoma to serve as the 29th man for the doubleheader, so it remains to be seen if his performances will keep him around longer than initially planned.

AUGUST 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Hits second homer Marmolejos went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run as the Padres defeated the Mariners in Game 1 of Thursday's doubleheader.

Impact Marmolejos was added to Seattle's roster as the 29th man prior to the twin bill, so pending a separate transaction, the first baseman will be sent back to the alternate site following Game 2. Marmolejos belted his second homer and is now hitting .125 with a .438 OPS on the campaign.

AUGUST 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from active roster The Mariners optioned Marmolejos to their alternate training site Thursday.

Impact Marmolejos opened the season in a strong-side platoon role, but it didn't take long for him to cede playing time. After going 3-for-21 while starting in five of the Mariners' first seven games, he's cracked the lineup twice in the team's last six contests. Marmolejos' demotion should pave the way for Daniel Vogelbach to see most of the reps at designated hitter for the foreseeable future.

AUGUST 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting again Wednesday Marmolejos is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Angels.

Impact Marmolejos will sit for the second straight game as Daniel Vogelbach picks up a start at DH in his place. Across eight appearances this season, Marmolejos is 3-for-29 with a home run and nine strikeouts.

AUGUST 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Tuesday Marmolejos isn't in the lineup Tuesday against the Angels.

Impact Marmolejos has seen a fair amount of playing time this year in his first major-league season, but he'll be on the bench for the team's series opener against the Angels. Tim Lopes will serve as the designated hitter Tuesday with Dee Gordon starting in left field and batting ninth.

AUGUST 4, 2020 • ROTOWIRE