Twins trade Jhonny Pereda to Mariners

Veteran catcher heads to Seattle in cash deal

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Minnesota Twins have traded veteran catcher Jhonny Pereda to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for cash considerations, the teams announced on Tuesday.

Why it matters

Pereda has been a reliable backup catcher in the major leagues for the past several seasons, providing depth and veteran leadership behind the plate. The Mariners are looking to bolster their catching corps as they aim to contend in the AL West this year.

The details

Pereda, 32, has spent the majority of his 8-year MLB career with the Twins, appearing in over 300 games for the club. He is known for his strong defensive skills and game-calling abilities. In the deal, the Mariners will take on Pereda's remaining contract, which has one year left.

  • The trade was announced on Tuesday, February 13, 2026.

The players

Jhonny Pereda

A 32-year-old veteran catcher who has spent the majority of his 8-year MLB career with the Minnesota Twins.

Seattle Mariners

A Major League Baseball team based in Seattle, Washington that competes in the American League West division.

Minnesota Twins

A Major League Baseball team based in Minneapolis, Minnesota that competes in the American League Central division.

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What’s next

The Mariners will look to integrate Pereda into their catching rotation as they prepare for the upcoming season.

The takeaway

This trade provides the Mariners with additional veteran depth behind the plate as they aim to build a contending roster in the competitive AL West division.