Mariners Claim RHP Casey Lawrence Off Waivers From Toronto

Mariners General Manager Jerry Dipoto announced today that the club has claimed right-handed pitcher Casey Lawrence off waivers from Toronto. To make room on the Major League 40-man roster, right-handed pitcher Evan Scribner has been transferred to 60-day disabled list.

Lawrence, 29, has been optioned and will report to AAA Tacoma. He was designated for assignment on May 8 after posting a 0–3 record with a 8.78 ERA (13 ER, 13.1 IP) in four games, two starts, with the Jays. He made his MLB debut April 8 in relief at Tampa Bay and took the loss (1 ER, 0.2 IP). In three starts with AAA Buffalo this season prior to being recalled he was 1–0 with a 0.90 ERA (1 ER, 10.0 IP) with 1 walk and 7…