Mariners get Trumbo from Diamondbacks in 6-player trade

Seattle Mariners acquire OF Mark Trumbo from Arizona Diamondbacks as part of 6-player deal

SEATTLE (AP) — The slumping Seattle Mariners have acquired Mark Trumbo from the Arizona Diamondbacks as part of a six-player trade in the hopes of boosting their struggling offense.

The teams announced the trade Wednesday after each had finished off a day game. The Mariners lost 3-1 to the Yankees, while the Diamondbacks beat Atlanta 9-8.

Seattle landed Trumbo and left-handed pitcher Vidal Nuno in exchange for catcher Welington Castillo, right-hander Dominic Leone and minor league prospects Gabby Guerrero and Jack Reinheimer.

Trumbo is hitting .259 with nine home runs and 23 RBIs for the Diamondbacks, playing 40 of his 46 games in right field. He gives the Mariners a right-handed power bat to complement Nelson Cruz and help balance their lefty-heavy lineup.

Trumbo’s addition should also provide an opportunity for Seattle to use Cruz at designated hitter more often.

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