Mariners News: Caesy Legumina, Luke Raley, and Tatsuya Imai

TL;DR

The Mariners secured a 3-2 victory over the Cardinals, with Luke Raley's hitting improvement highlighted. Casey Legumina was traded to the Rays, while Tatsuya Imai is set to begin a rehab stint for the Astros.

Key points

Mariners won 3-2 against the Cardinals
Luke Raley improved his hitting with Edgar Martinez's help
Casey Legumina traded to Rays for Ty Cummings
Tatsuya Imai to start rehab stint for Astros
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Apr 18, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners right fielder Luke Raley (20) hits a solo home run sixth inning against the Texar Rangers at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images | Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images Good morning everyone and happy Saturday! The Mariners got a rare one-run road victory yesterday, holding off the Cardinals 3-2. The M’s turn to Bryan Woo today in a morning contest. As Woo is my favorite of the bunch, I’m always excited for a Woo start day. Which Mariners starter do you get most amped to watch right now?

In Mariners news…

In case you missed it, the Rays acquired right-hander Casey Legumina from the Mariners in exchange for former M’s farmhand Ty Cummings.
Tim Booth at The Seattle Times wrote about Luke Raley and how special instruction from Edgar Martinez helped the outfielder rediscover his swing.

Q&A

What trade involved Casey Legumina and the Mariners?

Casey Legumina was traded from the Mariners to the Rays in exchange for Ty Cummings.

How did Luke Raley improve his hitting for the Mariners?

Luke Raley rediscovered his swing with special instruction from Edgar Martinez.

What is the status of Tatsuya Imai's recovery with the Astros?

Tatsuya Imai is scheduled to begin a rehab stint as he recovers from arm fatigue.