Mariners' Canaan Smith-Njigba: Claimed by Seattle

The Mariners claimed Smith-Njigba off waivers from the Pirates on Wednesday.

He joins younger brother and Seattle Seahawks receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the Pacific Northwest. Smith-Njigba (the baseball player) is just 5-for-37 during his brief time in the majors but slashed .280/.366/.473 with 15 homers and 21 steals in 2023 at Triple-A Indianapolis. He'll compete for an Opening Day roster spot but does have an option year remaining.