The Mariners optioned Thomas to Triple-A Tacoma on Wednesday.
He's exiting the roster to clear a spot for Leody Taveras, who has officially been added after being claimed off waivers. Thomas went 1-for-8 at the dish during his brief first stint in the big leagues.
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Mariners' Rhylan Thomas: Added to roster
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The Mariners selected Thomas' contract from Triple-A Tacoma on Wednesday.
Thomas earned a promotion after slashing .319/.363/.362 with one home run and six stolen bases in his first 26 games with Tacoma this season. The left-handed hitter is not in the lineup Wednesday as the Mariners face southpaw Tyler Anderson, but Thomas could draw some starts in right field against right-handed pitching.
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Mets' Rhylan Thomas: Headed to Triple-A
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Thomas was promoted to Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports.
Thomas has gotten off to an impressive start with Double-A Binghamton this season, batting .323 with eight doubles, 13 RBI, 11 runs scored and six stolen bases over 96 at-bats in 25 games so far. The outfielder will look to continue his success at the plate with Triple-A and is now just one step away from the majors.
