From the Corner of Edgar and Dave · Jan 21, 2019
Mariners Acquire Infielder Shed Long from New York-AL
SEATTLE, Wash. — Mariners General Manager Jerry Dipoto announced today that the Mariners have acquired infielder Shed Long from the New York Yankees in exchange for minor league outfielder Josh Stowers. In order to make room on Seattle’s Major League, 40-man roster, the club has designated for assignment infielder/right-handed pitcher Kaleb Cowart.
Seattle’s 40-man roster remains at 40.
Seattle has 7 days to trade, release or outright the contract of Cowart to the minor leagues.