Mariners Reinstate Luke Raley, DFA Rowdy Tellez

The Seattle Mariners reinstated Luke Raley from the 10-day injured list after he recovered from a right oblique strain, activating him ahead of their series opener against the Chicago Cubs. To make room on the 40-man roster, the Mariners designated first baseman Rowdy Tellez for assignment, ending his stint with the team after batting .208 with 11 home runs and 27 RBIs in 62 games this season. Raley, who struggled early in the season but showed productivity in previous years, also performed well in rehab games at Triple-A Tacoma, hitting .368 with a home run. The move reflects the Mariners' preference for roster versatility, as Raley can play both outfield and first base, unlike Tellez, who had been dealing with wrist and hand discomfort. Additionally, it signals confidence in Dominic Canzone, who has hit successfully since being recalled from the minors. Tellez, 30, had previously earned an opening-day roster spot but was ultimately outperformed by Raley's multi-positional capabilities.