Mariners signed C Humberto Quintero. Quintero just became a free agent after he was designated by the Phillies earlier this week. The 33-year-old is a .235 career hitter and will share playing time with Henry Blanco behind the plate while Mike Zunino (hand) is sidelined.

Humberto Quintero has elected free agency. Quintero was designated for assignment earlier this week. He passed through waivers unclaimed but has decided to test the free agent waters. He might have to settle for a minor league deal.

Phillies designated C Humberto Quintero for assignment. Quintero was batting .250/.294/.406 in 24 games with Philadelphia. He may draw some interest on waivers.

Humberto Quintero launched a solo home run Sunday in the Phillies' loss to the Brewers. Quintero's eighth-inning shot spoiled what might have been a shutout attempt for Brewers starter Kyle Lohse. Quintero is expected to start behind the plate for the Phillies over the next few weeks while Carlos Ruiz (hamstring) and Erik Kratz (knee) recover from their respective injuries. Steven Lerud is the backup.

Phillies purchased the contract of C Humberto Quintero from Triple-A Lehigh Valeey. Quintero will provide depth behind the plate for Philadelphia while Carlos Ruiz recovers from his right hamstring strain. Erik Kratz will get most of the starts.

Phillies sent C Humberto Quintero outright to Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Quintero was designated for assignment earlier this week but has cleared waivers and will remain in the organization. He'll represent depth behind Carlos Ruiz and Erik Kratz.

Phillies designated C Humberto Quintero for assignment. Quintero was no longer needed with Carlos Ruiz back from suspension. He should have no trouble clearing waivers and getting assigned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

Phillies purchased the contract of C Humberto Quintero. Quintero was in camp with the Phillies as a non-roster invite, so he'll have to be added to the 40-man roster. With Carlos Ruiz (hand) sidelined, he'll back-up Erik Kratz to start the season.

Phillies signed C Humberto Quintero to a minor league contract. He's been given an invitation to spring training. With Carlos Ruiz's suspension, Quintero has a good shot at winning an Opening Day roster spot.

Humberto Quintero has elected free agency. The 33-year-old backstop hit .232/.257/.341 with one homer and 19 RBI in 43 games with the Royals before being dealt to the Brewers this past season. He'll attempt to latch on elsewhere, presumably in a third catcher's role.