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Kendrys Morales | Designated Hitter

Team:	Seattle Mariners
Age / DOB:	(29) / 6/20/1983
Ht / Wt:	6'1' / 235
Bats / Throws:	Switch / Right
Contract:	view contract details [x] 2013: Arb. Eligible, 2014: Free Agent
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Kendrys Morales went 3-for-4 with a double in the Mariners' loss to the Angels on Wednesday.

The first baseman was the only one effective against Angels' starter C.J. Wilson on Wednesday, and his line is up to .281/.362/.449 on the year. After getting his legs back under him last year in Anaheim, Morales has been relied upon in the middle of the Mariners order. He has five home runs and 21 RBI through 45 games. May 22 - 10:04 PM

Morales gets racks up hits in loss to Angels
May 22 - 10:04 PM
Morales not in Tuesday's lineup
May 7 - 2:50 PM
Kendrys Morales drives in three in victory
May 2 - 1:19 AM
Morales hits 3rd home run, but Mariners fall
Apr 24 - 12:02 AM

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Kendrys Morales - DH - Mariners

Kendrys Morales is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Pirates.

The DH isn't available under National League rules, so Morales will take a seat. There's a chance he could play first base for the final game of the brief interleague series on Wednesday.

Source: Shannon Drayer on Twitter

May 7 - 2:50 PM

Kendrys Morales - DH - Mariners

Kendrys Morales went 3-for-5 with a double and three RBI against the Orioles on Wednesday.

The slumping Morales had driven in just four runs in three weeks, so he needed a game like this. He's a lifetime .379 hitter with four homers and 25 RBI in 26 games against the Orioles.

May 2 - 1:19 AM

Kendrys Morales - DH - Mariners

Kendrys Morales went 2-for-3 with a home run in the Mariners' loss to the Astros on Tuesday.

Unfortunately there was no one on at the time, making it a solo shot for Morales. The switch-hitting designated hitter has been batting in the middle of the Mariners' order this season, but the payoff hasn't really been there in the light-hitting lineup. Morales should get his share of RBI opportunities, but his upside is ultimately limited given his surroundings.

Apr 24 - 12:02 AM

Kendrys Morales - DH - Mariners

Kendrys Morales went 2-for-3 with two RBI and a walk in Monday's win over the Astros.

Morales got things going with an RBI single in the first and then added an RBI double in the third. The Mariners' DH had a big weekend series against the White Sox, and he continued to have a hot bat Monday. He's now hitting .321 with a homer and six RBI.

Apr 9 - 12:58 AM

Kendrys Morales - DH - Mariners

Kendrys Morales belted a two-run homer in Wednesday's loss to the Brewers.

Morales' second longball of the spring came off of Johnny Hellweg in the fifth inning. The former Angel sports a .353 average so far this spring and should be the beneficiary of the new dimensions at Safeco Field.

Mar 6 - 6:41 PM

Kendrys Morales - DH - Mariners

Mariners avoided arbitration with 1B/DH Kendrys Morales by agreeing to a one-year, $5.25 million contract.

It was Morales' final year of arbitration eligibility before he hits free agency next winter. The 29-year-old batted .273/.320/.467 with 22 homers in 2012 after missing most of the previous two seasons due to a serious leg injury.

Jan 18 - 1:57 PM

Kendrys Morales - DH - Mariners

Kendrys Morales said he feels "about 100 percent" for the first time since breaking his leg in 2010.

He also added that he's "100 percent ready to play every day" at first base, if asked. Although the Mariners probably won't ask him to play every day at first, he'll certainly be there way more often than the 28 times he started at the position in 2012. The M's will also likely mix him into the DH spot with Jesus Montero.

Source: Geoff Baker on Twitter

Wed, Dec 19, 2012 08:26:00 PM

Kendrys Morales - DH - Mariners

Mariners acquired DH Kendrys Morales from the Angels for RHP Jason Vargas.

Morales wasn't going to get much playing time in Anaheim next season with Albert Pujols entrenched at first base and Mark Trumbo locked in at designated hitter. This trade frees him up to be an everyday player and should be a boost to his fantasy value. Kendrys slugged 22 homers in 134 games this summer for the Angels. He's a .292/.346/.558 career hitter at Safeco Field.

Source: Alden Gonzalez on Twitter

Wed, Dec 19, 2012 05:08:00 PM

Kendrys Morales - DH - Mariners

ESPN's Jim Bowden reports multiple American League teams are interested in trading for Kendrys Morales.

The Angels want to hold on to both Mark Trumbo and Peter Bourjos following the signing of Josh Hamilton, and could look to shop Morales to DH-needy teams. Bowden considers the Rays, Astros, and Indians as possible destinations.

Source: Jim Bowden on Twitter

Sat, Dec 15, 2012 12:33:00 PM

Kendrys Morales - DH - Mariners

Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register reports that Kendrys Morales has been working out without a wrap on his ankle and is expected to be "slimmer and more mobile in 2013."

Morales had a solid bounce-back year at the dish in 2012 after missing all of 2011, but he still didn't look all the way back from ankle surgery. If he can get in better shape for next season, perhaps he can regain his 2009 form.

Source: Jeff Fletcher on Twitter

Thu, Nov 8, 2012 07:54:00 PM

Kendrys Morales - DH - Mariners

Kendrys Morales finished 0-for-5 with two strikeouts in Sunday's doubleheader against the Rangers.

Morales left Friday night's series-opener with Texas due to soreness in his right ribs. He didn't miss any time.

Mon, Oct 1, 2012 08:52:00 AM

Kendrys Morales - DH - Mariners

Angels manager Mike Scioscia confirmed Kendrys Morales (ribs) won't require an extended absence.

Morales was removed from Friday's game in the eighth inning, and is being listed as day-to-day. The injury is a low-level concern, but the Angels figure to keep him out of the lineup Saturday against left-hander Derek Holland.

Source: Angels.mlb.com

Sat, Sep 29, 2012 12:55:00 PM

Kendrys Morales - DH - Mariners

Kendrys Morales left Friday's game against the Rangers with soreness in his right ribs.

It's probably safe to call him day-to-day for now. Morales went 1-for-4 with an RBI double and a run scored before exiting.

Source: Bill Shaikin on Twitter

Fri, Sep 28, 2012 11:23:00 PM

Kendrys Morales - DH - Mariners

Kendrys’ Morales blasted a solo homer in a losing effort against the Royals in Kansas City on Saturday.

The fifth inning blast off Jeremy Guthrie was his lone hit in four at-bats on the night. Morales also homered as a pinch-hitter in his lone at-bat in Friday’s contest. He’s having a very nice bounce-back season after missing the previous year and a half, hitting .279/.326/.470 with 20 homers and 67 RBI.

Sat, Sep 15, 2012 09:42:00 PM

Depth Charts

Batters
Pos	Role	Name
C	1	Kelly Shoppach
	2	Jesus Sucre
1B	1	Justin Smoak
2B	1	Dustin Ackley
SS	1	Brendan Ryan
	2	Carlos Triunfel
3B	1	Kyle Seager
LF	1	Michael Morse
	2	Raul Ibanez
CF	1	Franklin Gutierrez D.L. Franklin Gutierrez (hamstring) will begin a minor league rehab assignment Thursday at Triple-A Tacoma. If everything goes smoothly, the center fielder should be back with Seattle early next week. He has been on the disabled list since April 23 with a hamstring strain. May 16
	2	Endy Chavez
RF	1	Michael Saunders
	2	Jason Bay
DH	1	Kendrys Morales
Starting Pitcher
Pos	Role	Name
S	1	Felix Hernandez Sidelined Felix Hernandez wasn't sharp Sunday, allowing six runs -- five earned -- over just five innings in a loss to the Indians. King Felix recorded eight strikeouts, but he allowed eight hits and walked a pair. The Mariners' ace left his last outing with a back issue, so it's possible it was an issue for him again today. As long as he's healthy, Hernandez is obviously a good bet to bounce back against the Rangers his next time out. May 19
	2	Hisashi Iwakuma
	3	Joe Saunders
	4	Brandon Maurer
	5	Aaron Harang Sidelined Aaron Harang was lit up for seven runs in 3 2/3 innings by the Angels on Tuesday. Josh Hamilton and Howie Kendrick homered off him. Harang fell to 1-5 with an 8.58 ERA. The Mariners need to make a switch here, whether it's Jeremy Bonderman, Hector Noesi or James Paxton as the replacement. Erasmo Ramirez still isn't healthy, unfortunately. May 22
Relief Pitcher
Pos	Role	Name
R	1	Tom Wilhelmsen
	2	Stephen Pryor D.L. Mariners transferred RHP Stephen Pryor from the 15-day disabled list to the 60-day disabled list. Pryor now won't be eligible to return until mid-June, but he wasn't going to be ready before then, anyway. The hard-thrower recently resumed his throwing program but has yet to test things out from a mound. May 17
	3	Carter Capps
	4	Oliver Perez
	5	Charlie Furbush
	6	Josh Kinney D.L. Josh Kinney (shoulder, ribs) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment Thursday with Triple-A Tacoma. Kinney has been on the shelf all season because of a stress reaction in his left shoulder and rib cage. He's likely to spend around two weeks in the minor leagues. May 16
	7	Lucas Luetge
	8	Yoervis Medina
	9	Danny Farquhar

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