Seattle Mariners call up top prospect Colt Emerson, place Brendan Donovan on IL
The Seattle Mariners have called up top prospect Colt Emerson while placing Brendan Donovan on the injured list due to a groin strain. Emerson, who is 20 years old, is now the youngest player in the American League. He was previously playing for the Tacoma Rainiers and is expected to debut at third base for the Mariners.
- ▪Colt Emerson was initially listed in the Tacoma Rainiers lineup before being called up.
- ▪Brendan Donovan is on the injured list with a left groin muscle strain.
- ▪Emerson is ranked among the top prospects in baseball by multiple outlets.
- ▪He signed an eight-year, $95 million contract extension with the Mariners this spring.
- ▪Emerson's performance in the minors included a .255 batting average with a 27.2% strikeout rate.
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