Mariners Place Speier on IL

The injury-plagued Mariners made roster moves to address the absence of Speier, activating lefty José Suarez, who was recently claimed off waivers from the Braves. The team also selected lefty Josh Simpson from Triple-A Tacoma and optioned RHP Cole Wilcox back to Tacoma. milkshakeslot.com

Suarez will join the bullpen immediately while Simpson provides left-handed depth as the Mariners continue to deal with multiple pitching injuries.