Mariners acquire Taylor Ward from Orioles to bolster lineup
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 5:22 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Mariners have traded for outfielder Taylor Ward from the Orioles, seeking to add a right-handed bat to their lineup. This move comes as the Mariners aim to strengthen their offense ahead of the season's final stretch. Ward is expected to provide additional depth and versatility, as the team looks to improve its standing in the league. Further details regarding the trade specifics have yet to be announced.
- •Mariners acquire Taylor Ward in a trade with the Orioles
- •Move aims to add a right-handed bat to the lineup
- •Ward expected to provide depth and versatility
- •Trade details still pending further clarification
- 5:46 PMESPN MLB — Sources: M's trade for O's Ward to add righty bat
- 5:15 PMYahoo Sports — Mariners acquire outfielder Taylor Ward from Orioles, per reports
- 4:39 PMYahoo Sports — MLB trade deadline: Mariners acquire Taylor Ward from Orioles as team makes playoff push
"The Mariners, who were in the market for a right-handed bat, are acquiring outfielder Taylor Ward in a trade with the Orioles, sources told ESPN.
"Seattle sought a right-handed bat ahead of Monday’s trade deadline and reportedly landed Ward, who leads the American League in walks.
"Taylor Ward leads the American League in walks in 2026.
Sources
External links- ESPN MLBAug 3, 2026, 5:46 PMSources: M's trade for O's Ward to add righty bat
The Mariners, who were in the market for a right-handed bat, are acquiring outfielder Taylor Ward in a trade with the Orioles, sources told ESPN.
- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 5:15 PMMariners acquire outfielder Taylor Ward from Orioles, per reports
Seattle sought a right-handed bat ahead of Monday’s trade deadline and reportedly landed Ward, who leads the American League in walks.
- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 4:39 PMMLB trade deadline: Mariners acquire Taylor Ward from Orioles as team makes playoff push
Taylor Ward leads the American League in walks in 2026.
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