MLB Teams Recall Players for September Roster Expansion

As Major League Baseball (MLB) rosters expanded from 26 to 28 players for September, both the Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners made strategic moves to bolster their lineups. The Tigers recalled Justyn-Henry Malloy and Kody Clemens, the latter having previously been traded to the Phillies for Nick Maton, who was also called up by the Orioles. Meanwhile, the Mariners brought up pitchers Jhonathan Diaz and Eduard Bazardo from Triple-A Tacoma, focusing on immediate needs in their bullpen rather than promoting top prospects. Diaz has struggled in previous MLB appearances, while Bazardo has had a mixed season, adding depth to the Mariners' pitching options. The Mariners, who finished August with a disappointing record, aim to improve their performance as the playoff race heats up. Both teams' decisions reflect a mix of short-term strategy and roster management heading into the crucial final month of the season.