Mariners Acquire Relief Pitcher Josh Simpson from Marlins

Seattle adds left-hander in exchange for cash considerations, places Logan Evans on 60-day IL

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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The Seattle Mariners have announced the acquisition of left-handed relief pitcher Josh Simpson from the Miami Marlins in exchange for cash considerations. In a corresponding move, the Mariners have placed right-handed pitcher Logan Evans on the 60-day injured list as he recovers from Tommy John surgery.

Why it matters

The Mariners are looking to bolster their bullpen ahead of the upcoming season, and the addition of Simpson provides them with another left-handed relief option. Evans, one of the team's top pitching prospects, will miss significant time as he recovers from his injury.

The details

Simpson, 28, made 31 relief appearances for the Marlins in 2025, posting a 7.34 ERA with 22 walks and 36 strikeouts in 30.2 innings. He began the season at Triple-A Jacksonville, where he had a 3.41 ERA in 34.1 innings. Evans, 24, made his MLB debut with the Mariners in 2025, going 6-5 with a 4.32 ERA in 16 games (15 starts). He underwent Tommy John surgery in January and is expected to miss approximately 12 months.

  • The Mariners announced the trade on February 16, 2026.
  • Evans underwent Tommy John surgery on January 23, 2026.

The players

Josh Simpson

A 28-year-old left-handed relief pitcher who was acquired by the Mariners from the Miami Marlins.

Logan Evans

A 24-year-old right-handed pitcher who was placed on the 60-day injured list by the Mariners as he recovers from Tommy John surgery.

Keith Meister

The surgeon who performed the Tommy John surgery on Logan Evans.

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What’s next

The Mariners will look to integrate Simpson into their bullpen as they prepare for the upcoming season. Evans will begin his recovery process and aim to return to the team in approximately 12 months.

The takeaway

This trade represents the Mariners' efforts to strengthen their pitching staff, particularly in the bullpen, as they look to compete in the upcoming season. The loss of Evans, a top prospect, is a setback, but the team is hopeful he can make a full recovery and contribute in the future.