Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
José A. Ferrer, 26-year-old left-handed reliever acquired by the Seattle Mariners from the Washington Nationals in an offseason trade, has been placed on the paternity list (1-3 games) to welcome a new child. Despite the temporary absence, Ferrer has made an impressive early-season impact with the Mariners, leading MLB in relief appearances (21) and establishing himself as a critical bullpen arm. He boasts a 1.80 ERA with 16 strikeouts in 20 innings, 2 saves, and 4 holds. His recent three-game stretch against Atlanta was particularly dominant (3.1 scoreless innings, 1 hit, 4 strikeouts, 1 save), validating the Mariners' trade investment. The team's bullpen is currently depleted with key arms Matt Brash, Gabe Speier, and Carlos Vargas all on the injured list.
Strengths
- + Leading MLB in relief appearances (21 games)
- + Excellent 1.80 ERA in 20 innings pitched
- + Strong strikeout rate (16 K in 20 IP)
- + Minimal walk rate (3 walks in 20 IP)
- + Earned 2 saves and 4 holds early in season
- + Dominant three-game stretch vs. Atlanta (3.1 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 4 K)
- + Ranked top-10 most valuable relievers in AL per FanGraphs
- + Versatile usage - can pitch multiple days in a row
- + Reports feeling healthy and at peak physical condition
- + Validates Mariners' offseason trade acquisition
Injury Status: day-to-day
About
Jose Fermin is a rp for the Los Angeles Angels.
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Los Angeles Angels