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Mariners Recall Alex Hoppe and Option Nick Davila After Loss to Rangers
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The Seattle Mariners reshuffled their bullpen Sunday after Saturday's 7-1 loss to the Texas Rangers , recalling right-hander Alex Hoppe from Triple-A Tacoma and optioning Nick Davila to the Tacoma Rainiers.
Seattle made the move after Davila threw 22 pitches over 1 1/3 innings in Saturday's defeat, leaving him unavailable for the series finale.
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The Mariners entered Sunday at 51-54, third in the American League West, 2.5 games behind the first-place Texas Rangers after dropping the first two games of the series.
Hoppe returns after making 21 relief appearances for Seattle this season, posting a 6.38 ERA with 26 strikeouts across 24 innings. The right-hander gives manager Dan Wilson another bullpen option as the Mariners continue their push in the division race.
Davila heads back to Tacoma after compiling a 3.57 ERA and 1.19 WHIP over 22 2/3 innings in 20 appearances. He allowed one run while finishing Saturday's game against Texas.
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Seattle has frequently rotated optionable relievers between Tacoma and the majors this season to keep its bullpen fresh during a demanding stretch of games. Sunday's move follows that pattern with the trade deadline approaching.
Seattle Mariners manager Dan Wilson (6)Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Despite the demotion, Davila has provided reliable middle relief and remains a likely candidate to return later this season if the Mariners need additional bullpen depth.
Hoppe will now look to capitalize on another opportunity as Seattle tries to avoid a sweep and regain ground in the AL West before August.
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Jul 26, 2026, where it first appeared in the MLB section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
