Mariners Outfielder Victor Robles Placed on 10-Day IL

Seattle also moves reliever Carlos Vargas to 60-day IL as injuries mount

Apr. 10, 2026 at 1:50am by

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The Seattle Mariners have placed outfielder Victor Robles on the 10-day injured list due to a right pec strain. The team also transferred reliever Carlos Vargas from the 15-day to the 60-day IL with a right lat strain. To fill Robles' roster spot, the Mariners called up utility player Connor Joe from Triple-A Tacoma.

Why it matters

The Mariners have struggled to start the season, and these injuries to key players like Robles and Vargas only compound their issues. Robles is a veteran outfielder who provides valuable experience and production, while Vargas was a crucial part of the bullpen last year. The team will need to find ways to overcome these setbacks as they try to turn their season around.

The details

Robles was injured during outfield drills earlier this week and is expected to miss at least a couple months with the pec strain. Joe, known for his versatility, has been called up from the minors to help fill the void in right field. The Mariners are also dealing with Vargas' extended absence, as the right-hander was transferred to the 60-day IL.

  • Robles was placed on the 10-day IL on April 8, 2026.
  • Vargas was transferred from the 15-day to the 60-day IL on April 8, 2026.
  • Joe was called up from Triple-A Tacoma on April 8, 2026.

The players

Victor Robles

A veteran outfielder for the Seattle Mariners who was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right pec strain.

Carlos Vargas

A relief pitcher for the Seattle Mariners who was transferred from the 15-day to the 60-day injured list with a right lat strain.

Connor Joe

A utility player who was called up from Triple-A Tacoma to fill Robles' roster spot on the Mariners.

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What they’re saying

“This injury is not what the Mariners were expecting, and injuries from anyone on the squad are the last thing they need.”

— Daniel Graham, Author

“Joe can produce for this team and gives Naylor some time to figure it out offensively. This also gives Seattle another right-handed bat to continue the platoon lineups that they love.”

— Daniel Graham, Author

What’s next

The Mariners will need to determine how long Robles and Vargas will be sidelined and evaluate whether Connor Joe can provide a sufficient stopgap in right field. The team's struggles early in the season make these injuries particularly challenging to overcome.

The takeaway

The Mariners' injury woes continue to mount, with key players like Victor Robles and Carlos Vargas now sidelined for an extended period. These setbacks will test the team's depth and resilience as they try to turn their season around.