Mariners, Garrett Hill Agree to Minor League Deal

The Seattle Mariners have signed right-handed reliever Garrett Hill to a minor league contract. Hill, 29, previously pitched for the Detroit Tigers between 2022 and 2023, logging 60 1/3 innings with a 4.03 ERA in 17 appearances during the 2022 season. Despite his initial promise, Hill struggled in 2023, posting a 9.19 ERA and 2.11 WHIP over 15 2/3 innings, leading to his release. After electing minor league free agency in November, Hill now joins the Mariners, where he will begin the season in the upper minors, aiming to harness his swing-and-miss stuff and improve his control.
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Hill's journey has been marked by both potential and challenges. After opening last season on the injured list, he was reinstated in late May and assigned to Double-A Erie, where he struck out nearly a third of opposing hitters. However, his performance at Triple-A Toledo was less impressive, with a 4.76 ERA and a high walk rate. The Mariners hope that Hill can regain his form and provide valuable depth to their bullpen. As he works to refine his mechanics and consistency, Hill's progress will be closely monitored by the Mariners' coaching staff.