The Mariners announced Monday evening that they have acquired right-handed pitcher Connor Sadzeck from the Texas Rangers in exchange for minor-league right-hander Grant Anderson.
To make room for Sadzeck on the 40-man roster, Seattle transferred closer Hunter Strickland (right lat) from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day.
Sadzeck, 27, who is a converted reliever, was designated for assignment by Texas on March 28. He made eight spring training appearances with the Rangers, posting a 7.56 ERA with 11 strikeouts and eight walks.
Sadzeck made his major-league debut last September, and had a 0.96 ERA with seven strikeouts in eleven walks in 13 games with the Rangers last season.