Mariners recalled RHP Shawn Kelley from Triple-A Tacoma.

Kelley had registered four saves, a 1.23 ERA and a 19/4 strikeout-to-walk ratio through 14 2/3 innings at Triple-A. He'll likely work in middle relief for the Mariners.

Mariners optioned RHP Shawn Kelley to Triple-A Tacoma.

Kelley gave up a go-ahead two-run homer to Yoenis Cespedes in his lone appearance in last week's Opening Series against the A's in Japan. This move is a minor surprise, as the 27-year-old right-hander is expected to serve in a set-up role this season, but the M's sent him down because he had options remaining. He should be back before long.

The Mariners and RHP Shawn Kelley avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $600,000 contract.

Kelley was arbitration-eligible for the first time this offseason as a Super Two. The 27-year-old right-hander made his way back from Tommy John surgery last season and posted 12 2/3 scoreless innings with the Mariners as a September call-up. He should help set up for closer Brandon League in 2012.

Shawn Kelley has not allowed a run in four appearances since returning to the majors on September 1.

Kelley missed exactly one year after undergoing partial Tommy John surgery last September. He was a talented reliever before the procedure and has apparently maintained his ability through the long recovery process.

Mariners recalled RHP Shawn Kelley from Triple-A Tacoma.

Kelley is finally back from partial Tommy John surgery. He'll serve as a middle reliever down the stretch.

Mariners activated RHP Shawn Kelley from the 60-day disabled list, optioned him to Triple-A Tacoma.

Kelley is working his way back from partial Tommy John surgery and has a 2.79 ERA and 10/1 K/BB ratio over 9 2/3 rehab innings. He should be up with the Mariners later this season.

Shawn Kelley (elbow) threw another scoreless rehab inning Saturday for Triple-A Tacoma.

Kelley also delivered a scoreless frame in his rehab debut last Thursday. The right-hander is making his way back from partial Tommy John surgery and is expected to return to the Seattle bullpen by mid-August.

Shawn Kelley (elbow) threw a perfect inning Thursday in a rehab appearance with Triple-A Tacoma.

Kelley struck out two batters in the impressive rehab debut. The 27-year-old right-hander is recovering from partial Tommy John surgery and aiming to return to the major league bullpen by the end of August.

Shawn Kelley (elbow) will begin a minor league rehab assignment Wednesday with Triple-A Tacoma.

Kelley was cleared after throwing a successful simulated game Saturday. The 27-year-old right-hander is currently making his way back from partial Tommy John surgery. It's possible he could be back in the M's bullpen by mid-August.

Shawn Kelley (elbow) had a successful simulated game Saturday.

Kelly threw two 15-pitch simulated innings and said he "felt normal." Kelley had a setback six weeks ago in his recovery from partial Tommy John surgery, so the M's are hesitant to set a timetable with him. "I was really pleased with his command," pitching coach Carl Willis said. "He hadn't faced hitters for six weeks or so. He threw all of his pitches and commanded the ball well. We're going to see how he feels tomorrow and determine on whether he goes another (simulated) game, or we want to start him back on his rehab assignment."

Shawn Kelley (elbow) threw a successful 37-pitch bullpen session on Sunday morning.

Kelley tossed sliders and changeups for the first time since undergoing partial Tommy John surgery last September and reported no abnormal pain or discomfort. The M's are hoping he'll be ready by the middle of August.

Shawn Kelley (elbow) on Thursday threw his first bullpen session since undergoing partial Tommy John surgery.

"I threw my first bullpen (session) from the rubber (Thursday), 27 fastballs, and feel great today," Kelley said. "On Sunday I'll throw a full bullpen - I'll throw sliders and change-ups along with fastballs." Kelley is expected to need an additional bullpen session after Sunday and then a simulated game before going out on a rehab assignment. The M's hope to have him back by mid-August.

Shawn Kelley (elbow) is headed for Birmingham, Alabama to meet with Dr. James Andrews.

Not good. Kelley underwent partial Tommy John reconstructive elbow surgery last season and is making slow progress. He may have suffered another setback.

Shawn Kelley (elbow) threw a scoreless rehab inning Monday at Double-A Jackson.

It was his first minor league rehab appearance. Kelley allowed one hit, struck out one batter and threw seven of his 13 pitches for strikes. The right-hander is making his way back from partial Tommy John surgery.

Shawn Kelley (elbow) is scheduled to begin a minor league rehab assignment Tuesday with Double-A Jackson.

Kelley underwent a unique "modified" Tommy John surgery last September. He played catch earlier this week and threw a bullpen session Friday, so barring any problems, he should be ready for game action. Look for him to return to the majors sometime in June.

Shawn Kelley (elbow) was able to play catch on Tuesday afternoon without any issues.

Kelley cut a simulated inning short over the weekend after feeling stiffness in his surgically-repaired elbow. Turns out it wasn't a setback at all. He's still aiming to return to the big leagues in June.

Shawn Kelley (elbow) had a successful session against live hitters Wednesday and will do the same thing again this weekend.

If that goes well, he could possibly start a rehab assignment sometime next week. Kelley is coming back from a modified Tommy John procedure and is aiming for a return sometime in June.

Shawn Kelley will face live hitters Wednesday for the first time since having elbow surgery.

Kelley underwent a modified Tommy John procedure last season. He's been throwing now for over a month, but the Mariners don't believe he'll be ready to take the mound in a major league game until late May or early June.

Shawn Kelley (elbow) threw sliders this weekend for the first time since undergoing partial Tommy John surgery.

Kelley reported feeling fine and is likely to throw a similar bullpen session Tuesday. He's aiming to return to the Mariners' bullpen around early June.

Shawn Kelley (elbow) is aiming to return June 1.

Kelley is making his way back from partial Tommy John surgery so setbacks are always a possibility, but he's been making positive strides thus far. "I've been throwing successful bullpens, all fastballs, and I feel good," Kelley said. "I feel strong. But I'm just taking it day by day and not getting too excited."