A New Chapter: Kennedy Joins the Mariners
Transaction Details: Mariners Acquire Kennedy
On Sunday, the Seattle Mariners officially completed a deal to acquire seasoned infielder Buddy Kennedy from the San Francisco Giants. The transfer was made for an undisclosed amount of cash, signaling the Mariners' intent to bolster their infield depth.
Kennedy's Recent Performance and Giants Tenure
The 27-year-old Kennedy's most recent appearance on the field was on June 10, where he went hitless in a single at-bat during the Giants' 11-10 home victory against the Washington Nationals. This season marked his inaugural year with the San Francisco club, during which he participated in seven games, recording no hits in seven plate appearances across various positions including third base, second base, designated hitter, and even as a pitcher.
Minor League Success and Major League Journey
Prior to the trade, Kennedy demonstrated considerable skill at the Triple-A level for Sacramento this year, achieving a batting average of .321, complemented by eight home runs and 33 runs batted in over 48 games. Throughout his major league career, Kennedy holds a batting average of .171, accumulating two home runs and 20 RBIs in 74 games. His career trajectory has seen him play for multiple franchises, including the Arizona Diamondbacks (2022-23), Detroit Tigers (2024), Philadelphia Phillies (2024-25), Toronto Blue Jays (2025), Los Angeles Dodgers (2025), and most recently, the Giants.
Draft Origins: Kennedy's Path to the Majors
Kennedy's professional baseball journey began when he was selected by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the fifth round of the 2017 MLB Draft, setting the stage for his progression through the minor and major league systems.
