SEATTLE – The Seattle Mariners have recalled 6-foot-5 right-hander Cole Wilcox from Triple-A Tacoma. Wilcox fills the roster spot of Carlos Vargas, who was placed on the 15-day Injured List with a right lat strain.
A former 3rd-round pick, Wilcox was a key piece of the 2020 Blake Snell trade and is set to make his Mariners debut after a solid 2025 campaign where he posted a 3.71 ERA across Double-A and Triple-A.
Cole Wilcox Card Market & Recent Sales
Wilcox has been a “prospect to watch” for years, meaning his market is well-established with several high-end autographed options. Since he is officially a 2026 Rookie for the Mariners, his newest “RC” labeled cards are just hitting the market.
Card DescriptionSale DatePrice (USD)2026 Topps Heritage #155 (Official Rookie Card)Mar 2026$1.552026 Topps Heritage Chrome #155 (/999)Mar 2026$2.952026 Topps Heritage Light Blue Sparkle (Parallel)Active$3.992021 Bowman Platinum (Signed/Auto)Jan 2026$12.472020 Leaf Valiant Green Auto (/99)Mar 2026$9.002020 Panini USA Stars & Stripes (Jersey Auto /299)Mar 2026$3.992020 Leaf Valiant Black Prismatic Auto (BGS 9.5)Feb 2026$121.10
Market Analysis:
The “Mariners Effect”: Now that he has been recalled to the Big Leagues, his 2026 Topps Heritage rookie cards (Card #155) are the ones to watch. Prices are currently low ($1–$4), but usually spike if a pitcher has a dominant debut week.
The “Bowman First” Factor: His most valuable cards remain his 2021 Bowman Chrome autographs from his time with the Rays.
Affordability: You can currently pick up a serial-numbered autograph for under $15, making him a low-risk “buy” for Mariners fans hoping he sticks in the rotation.