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Seattle Mariners: Predicting 2019 Destinations of 6 M’s Players

By Ty Gonzalez

SEATTLE, WA - SEPTEMBER 11: Edwin Diaz #39 of the Seattle Mariners walks off the field after getting the final out in the top of the ninth inning, but having given up the go ahead run at Safeco Field on September 11, 2018 in Seattle, Washington. The San Diego Padres beat the Seattle Mariners 2-1. (Photo by Lindsey Wasson/Getty Images)
SEATTLE, WA - SEPTEMBER 11: Edwin Diaz #39 of the Seattle Mariners walks off the field after getting the final out in the top of the ninth inning, but having given up the go ahead run at Safeco Field on September 11, 2018 in Seattle, Washington. The San Diego Padres beat the Seattle Mariners 2-1. (Photo by Lindsey Wasson/Getty Images) /
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RHP ÁLEX COLOMÉ

SEATTLE, WA – SEPTEMBER 29: Relief pitcher Alex Colome #48 of the Seattle Mariners reacts after pitching the eighth inning of a game against the Texas Rangers at Safeco Field on September 29, 2018 in Seattle, Washington. The Mariners won the game 4-1. (Photo by Stephen Brashear/Getty Images)
SEATTLE, WA – SEPTEMBER 29: Relief pitcher Alex Colome #48 of the Seattle Mariners reacts after pitching the eighth inning of a game against the Texas Rangers at Safeco Field on September 29, 2018 in Seattle, Washington. The Mariners won the game 4-1. (Photo by Stephen Brashear/Getty Images) /

If you’re willing to trade Edwin Díaz, then you should absolutely be on board with dealing Álex Colomé this offseason. With just two arbitration years left on his deal, Colomé doesn’t fit the narrow window Seattle is trying to squeeze through in 2021. In fact, following any Segura or Leake deal, Colomé should be next in line on the chopping block.

While Colomé’s value has slipped over the years, he’s still proven himself to be one of the best late-inning relievers in the game. Coming off a season in which he played the role of bridge to Díaz while posting a 3.44 FIP in 68 innings, Colomé’s stock has risen as an affordable, two-year rental to contending teams. While the M’s should not expect a large, illustrious package in return for Colomé, there’s value to be had for the 29-year-old righty.

Perhaps the best deal, in this case, would be for an MLB-ready type with four or five years of control. We looked at the possibility of such a deal in our offseason plan, by proposing a swap of Colomé for José Martinez. That seems to make the most sense for both the Mariners and whomever becomes their trade partner down the road. Colomé likely won’t net Seattle a desirable prospect or two, so the best route may be to target a nice player who’s blocked due to excess of talent on his respective team’s roster.

Possible destinations: Cardinals, Twins, Phillies, Nationals, Angels

Prediction: Cardinals

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