Minnesota Twins former second baseman Jorge Polanco (11) Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports

Mariners acquire former All-Star in trade with Twins

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated 1/29/24

The Minnesota Twins have been trying to shop former All-Star second baseman Jorge Polanco this offseason, and it looks like they have finally found a taker.

The Mariners acquired Polanco in a trade with the Twins on Monday; Seattle is sending four players to Minnesota in return.

Polanco initially signed with the Twins as a 16-year-old and made it to the majors in 2014. His first full season came when he played 133 games in 2017. Though he began his MLB career as a shortstop, Polanco switched to second base in 2021. He has also played third base and served as a designated hitter on occasion. For his career, Polanco has batted .269 with a .780 OPS.

MLB starting pitcher Anthony DeSclafani and relief pitcher Justin Topa are headed to the Twins in the trade. Prospects Gabriel Gonzalez (OF) and Darren Bowen (RHP) are also a part of the deal.

MLB righties Anthony DeSclafani and Justin Topa along with prospects OF Gabriel Gonzalez and RHP Darren Bowen is the four player return for Polanco, per sources. Believe cash is also involved. https://t.co/GQDKtwaogh

— Kiley McDaniel (@kileymcd) January 30, 2024

Polanco is set to make $10.5 million this season and has a $12 million option for 2025. DeSclafani, whom the Mariners acquired when they sent Robbie Ray to San Francisco on Jan. 5, is making $12 million this season.

The acquisitions of Polanco and Mitch Haniger show the Mariners are trying to add some pop to their lineup in 2024.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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