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Former Illini Joey Gerber released by Mariners

The once eighth-round selection by the Seattle Mariners in 2018 will now have the opportunity to play for a new organization, if he so chooses.

Mariners roster moves:

Joey Gerber, RHP, released from roster.
Sergio Romo, RHP, released from roster.

Gerber and Romo cleared unconditional release waivers earlier today.— Mariners PR (@MarinersPR) June 22, 2022

Joey Gerber was released to make room on the Mariners’ 40-man roster as he was able to clear unconditional waivers to become free agent. This move comes after Gerber missed all of the 2021, and beginning of the 2022 season rehabbing from back surgery and an apparent forearm strain.