The Seattle Mariners finalized their major league roster with the addition of veteran infielder Jorge Polanco, signaling a strategic move as they approach the 2025 season. To accommodate Polanco, outfielder Cade Marlowe was designated for assignment and subsequently sent to the Tacoma Rainiers, the Mariners' Triple-A affiliate. Marlowe, drafted in 2019, has had limited exposure in the majors, but his performance in Tacoma, particularly his notable speed and ability to play in Cheney Stadium, positions him as a valuable asset for the Rainiers in the upcoming season.

Over his last two seasons in the majors, Marlowe has a batting average of .240 with a total of three home runs and 11 RBIs across 42 games. His Triple-A statistics paint a more favorable picture, with a .257 average and 11 home runs in 2023, combined with 52 RBIs and 29 stolen bases. The Mariners' 2024 roster needed flexibility due to injuries and performance issues among outfielders like Julio Rodriguez and Mitch Haniger, which may lead to a future opportunity for Marlowe.