But if/when he returns to form is vital to Seattle's postseason hopes, perhaps even more so than the acquisition of All-Star third baseman Eugenio Suárez. For more news and rumors, check out MLB Insider Robert Murray’s work on The Baseball Insiders podcast,

Given the surprisingly comfortable cost, and Eugenio Suárez’s success in Seattle, it's hard to see how any Mariners fan would disapprove of Wednesday's trade.

Mariners president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto believes Seattle acquired the "best bats" available at the trade deadline, adding power to a lineup that already ranks fifth in the majors in home runs.