The Mariners signed first baseman Rowdy Tellez on Friday. The former Pirates platoon slugger will compete for a roster spot at spring training.

Tellez isn't guaranteed to produce for the Mariners, and he isn't even guaranteed to make the roster, but it's still a worthwhile move for the M's. Here's why.

The Mariners are in agreement with Rowdy Tellez on a minor league deal with an invite to MLB camp, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Tellez is represented by Primo Sports Group. It’s a rebound opportunity for the 29-year-old first baseman.

Joins Seattle

As the Mariners continue to add depth to their infield, they have signed free agent Rowdy Tellez as the offseason nears an end.

The newest member to the Mariners’ Spring Training clubhouse is also probably the largest. Veteran slugger Rowdy Tellez \-\- all of 6-foot-4 and 270 pounds -- arrived on Friday morning after passing h

In camp on a minor league deal, former Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Rowdy Tellez hit an absolute moonshot on Wednesday against the Athletics.

Tellez could simply be a fill-in until Solano arrives to Peoria, Ariz. But there's a chance he could also be trotted out as designated hitter. Tellez's calling card is his power.

The Seattle Mariners have reportedly added a power threat to the mix in spring camp. Veteran first baseman Rowdy Tellez has signed with the Mariners on a minor league contract with an MLB spring training invite,

Jon Heyman of the New York Post is reporting that former Pittsburgh Pirates slugger Rowdy Tellez has agreed to a minor league contract with the Seattle Mariners. The deal includes an invitation to Major League camp in Spring training.

In camp on a minor league deal, former Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Rowdy Tellez hit an absolute moonshot on Wednesday against the Athletics.

On Thursday night, reports circulated that the Seattle Mariners had signed free agent slugger Rowdy Tellez to a minor-league contract. On Friday, Tellez was in