In a roster shuffle, the Seattle Mariners have reinstated second baseman Jorge Polanco from the injured list and sent infielder Tyler Locklear back to Triple-A Tacoma.

Polanco, 30, had been placed on the 10-day IL on May 27 due to a right hamstring strain. During his first season with the Mariners, Polanco has had a challenging performance at the plate, batting just .195 with five home runs and 14 RBIs in 46 games. However, his track record shows promise, having been named an All-Star in 2019 and accumulating a lifetime .265 batting average with 117 homers and 461 RBIs in 878 games with the Minnesota Twins (2014-23) and Mariners.

Meanwhile, Locklear, 23, made his major league debut on June 9 and showcased some power potential. In his short stint with the Mariners, Locklear compiled a .200 batting average (6-for-30) with two home runs and three RBIs in 11 games.

The decision to bring Polanco back onto the active roster demonstrates the team's confidence in his ability to contribute both defensively and offensively. With his experience and past success, the Mariners hope that he will rediscover his form at the plate and provide a much-needed boost to their lineup.

As for Locklear, being assigned back to Triple-A Tacoma is not necessarily a setback for the young infielder. It's an opportunity for him to continue honing his skills and gaining more experience at the professional level.

The Mariners will have their upcoming games to see how Polanco adjusts to being back on the field, and fans will be eager to watch if he can regain his All-Star caliber form. Meanwhile, Locklear will be aiming to further impress the team's management and earn his way back into the major league roster.

Overall, the Mariners' decision to reinstate Polanco while sending Locklear back to Triple-A Tacoma highlights the team's commitment to making strategic roster moves and cultivating talent within their organization. It remains to be seen how these changes will impact the team's performance moving forward, but fans can anticipate an exciting and competitive lineup as the season progresses.