Mariners Acquire Catcher Jhonny Pereda from Twins

Seattle adds Pereda as reserve catcher, designates Jackson Kowar for assignment

Jan. 27, 2026 at 10:23pm

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The Seattle Mariners have acquired catcher Jhonny Pereda from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for cash considerations. Pereda joins the Mariners as a reserve catcher behind All-Star Cal Raleigh, with right-handed pitcher Jackson Kowar being designated for assignment to open a roster spot.

Why it matters

The Mariners are bolstering their catching depth by adding Pereda, who has major league experience, to back up their starting catcher Raleigh. This move provides the team with more options and flexibility at the position as they look to build on their recent success and make a playoff push.

The details

The 29-year-old Pereda batted .246 with a .325 on-base percentage, no home runs and four RBIs in 28 games with the Athletics and Twins last season. To make room for Pereda on the 40-man roster, the Mariners designated right-handed pitcher Jackson Kowar, who went 2-0 with a 4.24 ERA in 15 relief appearances for Seattle in 2022.

  • The Mariners acquired Pereda from the Twins on Tuesday, January 28, 2026.
  • Minnesota designated Pereda for assignment on Friday, January 24, 2026.

The players

Jhonny Pereda

A 29-year-old catcher who has major league experience with the Athletics and Twins.

Jackson Kowar

A 29-year-old right-handed pitcher who was designated for assignment by the Mariners to open a roster spot for Pereda.

Cal Raleigh

The Mariners' starting catcher and an All-Star.

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The takeaway

This move by the Mariners demonstrates their commitment to strengthening their roster and providing depth at key positions as they look to build on their recent success and make a push for the playoffs.