The Seattle Mariners are reportedly trading third baseman Ben Williamson to the Tampa Bay Rays, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. The deal is currently pending final completion and appears to be a multi-team trade involving the St. Louis Cardinals.
Per Nightengale, while Ben Williamson is the confirmed piece heading from Seattle to Tampa Bay, the exact return for the St. Louis Cardinals in the transaction is not yet known. The move signals a significant roster adjustment for all three organizations involved as they navigate the trade market.
Ben Williamson was selected by the Mariners in the second round of the 2023 MLB Draft. His move to the Tampa Bay Rays adds a young, defensive-minded infielder to the Tampa Bay system. The Seattle Mariners and St. Louis Cardinals have not yet announced the players or assets they will receive in exchange for their participation in the swap.
The completion of the trade is subject to the standard review of medical records and official filing with the league office. More information regarding the full scope of the multi-team exchange is expected to be released once the deal is finalized by the front offices.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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