Jason Bay is a member of the Seattle Mariners as the team added him to their 40-man roster on Saturday, according to Larry Stone of the Seattle Times. To make room for Bay, the Mariners designated pitcher Mauricio Robles for assignment. Bay's contract guarantees him $500,000, whether he makes the team out of spring training or not. If he does make it, his base salary will be $1 million with $2 million more possible in incentives.
Jason Bay deal made official by Mariners
It’s been known for days, but today the Mariners made the signing of Jason Bay official.
Bay is is three seasons removed from the last time he was an all-star level slugger. His production took a major tumble in 2012, where he hit just .165/.237/.299 in 70 games with the Mets. He has never been a great fielder, so he was a below average player last season.
If the Mariners can get anywhere near 2009-level production from Bay, this would become one of the best deals in baseball. If not, Bay will just take up cash and a roster spot that could be given to any number of minor league players that could match his level of play.
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