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The Seattle Mariners have been successful two-thirds of the way through a nine game road trip. The Mariners beat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-3 on Sunday to win their fourth consecutive series and improve their overall season record to 12-10.

Seattle Mariners News / Field Level Media / April 20

Cal Raleigh, Rowdy Tellez homer as Mariners beat Blue Jays

Both Cal Raleigh and Rowdy Tellez hit two-run home runs and the visiting Seattle Mariners defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 8-3 on Sunday afternoon. Dylan Moore added a solo shot for Seattle in the rubber match of a three-game series.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / April 20

Ben Williamson, Rowdy Tellez Make Seattle Mariners Franchise History

The Seattle Mariners earned a crucial 8-4, extra-innings win against the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday. The victor set the Mariners and Blue Jays up for a rubber match on Sunday.

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Seattle Mariners News / Field Level Media / April 20

Mariners have chance to win series vs. Jays after Rowdy Tellez's big day

First baseman Rowdy Tellez is one reason why the visiting Seattle Mariners are in a position to win their three-game series with the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday afternoon.

Seattle Mariners News / Field Level Media / April 19

Mariners' Rowdy Tellez hits grand slam to dispatch Blue Jays

Rowdy Tellez hit a grand slam home run in a five-run 12th inning and the visiting Seattle Mariners defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 8-4 on Saturday afternoon.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / April 19

Seattle Mariners' Rowdy Tellez Hit an Absolute Blast Off a Pitcher He Was Formerly Traded For

The Seattle Mariners lost 3-1 against the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday night at Rogers Centre. With the loss, the M's are back to .500 at 10-10. The Jays, somewhat of a surprise team in the American League, are now 12-8.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 18

Watch: Rowdy Tellez gets revenge vs. team that traded him

Watch: Mariners' Rowdy Tellez gets revenge with homer off pitcher he was traded for

While the blast to right field boosted the .111 average Tellez brought into the at-bat, it also likely boosted his morale as well.

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Athletics News / Seattle Mariners on SI / March 26

Here's What Number Rowdy Tellez Will Wear With Seattle Mariners

The Seattle Mariners will have more power available in their lineup than anticipated for opening day against the Athletics. The Mariners signed veteran first baseman/designated hitter Rowdy Tellez to a minor league contract on Feb.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / March 26

Ex-Brewers Fan-Favorite Reportedly Getting Big Opportunity

Opening Day is just one day away and there's a lot of excitement around the league right now. That's not too shocking. This is one of the most exciting times of the year and we finally will start to see real baseball action on Thursday.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / March 25

Seattle Mariners Slugger Rowdy Tellez Gets Rewarded For Solid Spring Training

When the Seattle Mariners signed veteran first baseman Rowdy Tellez to a minor league contract Feb. 21, the general perception was he was a depth piece that could provide power and depth to the club in a pinch.

Seattle Mariners News / Last Word On Sports / March 21

Mariners Underdog Leaves Team with Tough Decision

As the 2025 season draws closer and closer with each passing day, teams have to make their final Opening Day cuts. With few notable moves this offseason, the Seattle Mariners starting lineup has mainly chosen itself.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 19

Rowdy Tellez has opt-out in Mariners deal this weekend

First baseman Rowdy Tellez has an opt-out opportunity in his minor league deal with the Mariners this weekend, reports Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / February 21

Former Blue Jay Rowdy Tellez signs minor-league deal with Mariners

A former Toronto Blue Jay has found a new home. Jon Heyman of the NY Post reported on Thursday evening that Rowdy Tellez signed a minor-league deal with the Seattle Mariners, with an invite to Spring Training.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / February 21

Report: Rowdy Tellez Signs Minors Deal with Mariners, Looking to Prove 2022 Wasn’t a Fluke

The Seattle Mariners will sign free agent first baseman Rowdy Tellez to a minor league deal, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported Thursday evening.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bluejaysnation / October 21

Former Blue Jay Rowdy Tellez ‘caught off guard’ by late-season release from Pirates

On September 24, the Pittsburgh Pirates released first baseman Rowdy Tellez with six days remaining in the season. What’s more is that he was just four plate appearances, basically one game, away from getting a $250,000 bonus.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / September 26

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / September 24

Pirates have ruthless timing with DFA of veteran slugger

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / September 24

Pirates DFA Rowdy Tellez, Michael A. Taylor; Two Added From Triple-A

The Pittsburgh Pirates have DFA’d a pair of veterans in first baseman Rowdy Tellez and outfielder Michael A. Taylor. In doing so, the Pirates had two available spots on the open roster, which will be filled by outfielder Joshua Palacios and infielder Liover Peguero.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / September 25

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / June 8

‘I Feel Honored,’ Boos Aimed at Rowdy Tellez Shift to Curtain Call

The 2024 season has been one big struggle for Rowdy Tellez and Pittsburgh Pirates’ fans haven’t let him forget it. Over the last several weeks, every time Tellez stepped into the batter’s box, boos rained down from the Pirates’ faithful at PNC Park.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / May 28

Why Pirates Aren’t Giving Up on Rowdy Tellez

I received a text from a former Pirates player last week who played on good and bad teams in Pittsburgh in the pre-PNC Park days. “Never put yourself in a position for bad karma,” the message read.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / December 19, 2023

Ryan John Tellez Hopes to Bring Rowdiness to Pirates Lineup

The new Pittsburgh Pirates’ first baseman has one of the best names in baseball. Rowdy Tellez. So, how did Ryan John Tellez become Rowdy Tellez? Well, because you’ve come to expect hard-hitting baseball journalism in this space, I’ll let Tellez tell the story.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 12, 2023

Pirates to sign Rowdy Tellez to a one-year deal

Tellez’s power numbers evaporated last season, as he slumped to 13 longballs through 351 trips to the plate. His slugging percentage fell from .461 to a middling .376 mark.

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