Wilhelmsen was designated for assignment by the Mariners on Friday, Greg Johns of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

He turns 33 next month and is coming off his worst season in the majors. Wilhelmsen's numbers were better with Seattle after leaving Texas, but his 5.07 FIP suggests he overachieved in his return to the Mariners. The right-hander will now be subjected to waivers.