Mariners claim right-hander Cody Martin off waivers from Athletics

CHICAGO, IL - Cody Martin #63 of the Oakland Athletics pitches against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning at U.S. Cellular Field on September 16, 2015. (Photo by Jon Durr/Getty Images)

The Seattle Mariners on Monday claimed right-hander Cody Martin off waivers and released reliever Logan Kensing in what marked Jerry Dipoto's first player acquisition since being hired as general manager.

Martin will take Kensing's place on the 40-man roster after he spent last season with the Braves and Athletics' organizations.

Martin, 26, combined this year to go 2-5 with a 7.92 ERA in 25 appearances (two starts) in the big leagues. He performed better in the minors, combining to go 5-7 with a 4.01…