Austin Shenton was traded back to the Mariners after a stint with the Rays, where he did not advance past the Double-A level during his three years in the organization. Originally drafted by Seattle in the fifth round of the 2019 draft, he was part of a trade package that included Diego Castillo when he was sent to Tampa Bay in 2021. Shenton's return adds depth to the Mariners' first base position as they look to bolster their roster.

Austin Shenton, acquired by the Mariners from the Rays, made his major league debut on March 31, batting .214 with one home run and three RBIs in 19 games. In Triple-A Durham, he excelled with a .258 average, 20 homers, 65 RBIs, and an .858 OPS over 83 games.

Austin Shenton has returned to the Mariners after being acquired from the Rays for cash considerations. Originally drafted by Seattle in 2019, he was traded to Tampa Bay in 2021 and spent three years in their farm system before making his major league debut in 2024. In his brief major league stint, Shenton played 19 games, batting .214 with one home run and five doubles. He had a more productive season with the Durham Bulls, hitting .258 with 20 home runs and 65 RBIs. While he may not be the primary option at first base, he provides valuable depth and familiarity with the Mariners' minor league system, which could benefit top prospect Tyler Locklear.

Austin Shenton has been designated for assignment by the Rays to make room on the 40-man roster. Acquired from the Mariners in 2021, he was once a highly regarded prospect, ranked No. 20 in the Rays organization in 2022. Despite struggling with strikeouts, he showcased his power by hitting 20 home runs at Triple-A Durham this season. Shenton made his major league debut in 2024, appearing in 19 games and posting a .214 batting average. At 27 years old, he remains a potential low-cost option for teams looking to take a chance on a former prospect.

Austin Shenton was recently designated for assignment by the Tampa Bay Rays. Drafted in the fifth round by the Mariners in 2018, he was traded to Tampa Bay in 2021 without making a major league appearance for Seattle. Shenton made his major league debut in 2024, hitting .214 with a home run and five doubles. He had a productive stint with the Rays' Triple-A affiliate, batting .258 with 20 home runs and 65 RBIs over 83 games. His familiarity with the Mariners organization could make him a candidate for re-signing to provide depth at first base.