Michael Mariot


Michael Ryan Mariot is an American professional baseball pitcher who is a free agent. He previously played in Major League Baseball for the Kansas City Royals and Philadelphia Phillies.

Career

Kansas City Royals

Mariot was drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the eighth round of the 2010 Major League Baseball Draft out of the University of Nebraska. was added to the 40-man roster on November 20, 2013. He was called up to the majors for the first time on April 7, 2014.

Philadelphia Phillies

On November 30, 2015, the Philadelphia Phillies claimed Mariot off waivers. He was called up the Phillies on August 3, 2016, when Jeanmar Gómez was granted paternity leave for the birth of his son. He elected free agency on November 6, 2017.

San Diego Padres

In November 2017, he signed a minor league contract with the San Diego Padres. He was released on May 11, 2018.

Second Stint with Royals

On May 18, 2018, Mariot signed a minor league deal with the Kansas City Royals. Mariot was released on August 8, 2018.

Sugar Land Skeeters

On August 24, 2018, Mariot signed with the Sugar Land Skeeters of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. He re-signed with the team for the 2019 season.

Toros de Tijuana

On June 5, 2019, Mariot's contract was purchased by the Toros de Tijuana of the Mexican League. He was released on July 29, 2019.

Tecolotes de los Dos Laredos

On July 29, 2019, Mariot signed with the Tecolotes de los Dos Laredos of the Mexican League. He became a free agent following the season.