Mariners claim LHP Nick Margevicius off waivers, designate RHP Reggie McClain for assignment

Photo by Denis Poroy/Getty ImagesA day after Jerry Dipoto promised a move or two were impending to add pitching depth, the Mariners claimed 23 year old LHP Nick Margevicius from the San Diego Padres. As a corresponding move, they’ve designated 27 year old RHP Reggie McClain for assignment.

Welcome to Seattle, Nick Margevicius.

The Mariners have claimed the left-handed pitcher off waivers from the Padres and added him to the 40-man roster.

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— Seattle Mariners (@Mariners) January 24, 2020 Margevicius is a tall drink of water at 6’5, who surprised many when he broke camp in 2019 as a member of the Padres’ rotation. The 2017 seventh-round pick…