Justin Turner Traded to Seattle Mariners
Former Los Angeles Dodgers Fan Favorite Returns to the West Coast
Turner Traded from Toronto Blue Jays
Former Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner is heading back to the West Coast. Turner is being traded from the Toronto Blue Jays to the Seattle Mariners, according to multiple reports. The Mariners will acquire a proven veteran with a strong track record of success, while the Blue Jays will receive a package of prospects in return.
Turner, 38, spent nine seasons with the Dodgers, becoming a fan favorite for his all-around play and leadership. He was a key member of the Dodgers' 2020 World Series championship team, hitting a game-winning home run in Game 6.
After leaving the Dodgers, Turner signed a one-year deal with the Boston Red Sox in 2023. He struggled at the plate with Boston, hitting just .278 with 13 home runs in 128 games. He was traded to the Blue Jays in August but failed to make an impact in Toronto, batting .256 with 7 home runs in 49 games.
Turner has a career batting average of .286 with 193 home runs and a .823 OPS. He has also been a solid defender at third base, winning a Gold Glove Award in 2016.
The Mariners are hoping that Turner can provide a boost to their offense and help them compete for a playoff spot. They have a young and talented team, but they have struggled to score runs consistently this season. Turner's experience and leadership could be valuable for the Mariners, who are looking to make a run at their first World Series title since 2001.
The Blue Jays, on the other hand, will receive a package of prospects from the Mariners in return for Turner. The exact details of the trade have not yet been released, but the Blue Jays are expected to receive at least one top-100 prospect.
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