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Mariners Cal Raleigh wins Sporting News MLB Player of the Year

Seattle Mariners Cal Raleigh had a historic season in 2025, flexing power numbers that were not only high-water marks for himself, but also in the Major League record book.

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Mariners aiming for roughly $166M in 'starting Point”' payroll in 2026

The Mariners finished the 2025 season with a payroll within the range of around $165.2M (as per calculations from Cot’s Baseball Contracts) to $166.2M.

Josh Naylor News / Fastball on SI / October 25

What Mariners Will Need To Do To Keep Josh Naylor In Seattle

Josh Naylor was exactly what the Seattle Mariners needed. Now, the Mariners have to decide how badly they want to keep him. In 54 games for the Mariners after the trade deadline, Naylor put up an .831 OPS, 19 stolen bases, and 2.2 wins above replacement.

Jorge Polanco News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 25

Retaining Jorge Polanco is a Must for the Mariners

As the World Series rolls along, free agency gets nearer and nearer for players who want to cash in and teams who want to improve their roster. This particular off-season will be particularly tough to navigate for the Seattle Mariners, as three of their four starting infielders will hit the open market.

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

MLB has been awarding the American League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1980 season. How many of the winners in that time can you name in six minutes?

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Justin Hollander News / Sporting News / October 25

Mariners GM Justin Hollander discusses team's focus going into the offseason

Mariners will go into the winter looking to make an upgrade at this key position.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Justin Hollander News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 25

Seattle Mariners GM Justin Hollander is Bracing for Free Agency

Just a couple of weeks ago, many fans and experts were picking the Seattle Mariners as the top contender to win the 2025 World Series. However, after a hard-fought, seven-game battle with the Blue Jays, the M's fell one game short of reaching the Fall Classic for the first time in franchise history.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / October 25

Mariners' Jerry Dipoto Makes Painful George Springer Admission

The Seattle Mariners' Game 7 defeat against the Toronto Blue Jays was the kind of sports loss that can leave a sting behind for years to come. Leading

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / October 24

Jesús Montero and the tyranny of expectations

Former Mariners catcher and designated hitter Jesús Montero died last week after succumbing to injuries sustained when his motorcycle crashed into a truck in Caracas, Venezuela, on October 4.

Cal Raleigh News / Viral Sports News / October 24

Seattle Mariners Reveal Major Cal Raleigh News Before World Series

Cal Raleigh, the Seattle Mariners’ superstar catcher, delivered a remarkable 2025 MLB season, cementing his place among the all-time greats at his position.

Jerry Dipoto News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 24

Mariners President Jerry DiPoto Says He's Still Agonizing Over Seattle's Elimination

After George Springer launched a legendary blast that helped the Toronto Blue Jays defeat the Mariners for the American League Championship, several different emotions were stirring in Seattle.

Dan Wilson News / Fastball on SI / October 24

Mariners GM Has Candid Dan Wilson Message After Much-Maligned Bullpen Move

Second-guessing is one of the cruelest parts of the Major League Baseball offseason. The Seattle Mariners are living proof that one choice can make or break a season.

Dan Wilson News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 23

Mariners Dan Wilson Named AL Manager of the Year

Following a 90-win season, an AL West Division title, and an appearance in the American League Championship Series, Dan Wilson was named as the winner of the league's Manager of the Year Award.

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Jerry Dipoto News / Lookout Landing / October 23

Jerry Dipoto: Mariners off-season to focus on sustainability

The sting hasn’t worn off quite yet. “We’re still in grief mode,” said Mariners team president Jerry Dipoto at today’s end-of-season media availability.

Jorge Polanco News / Fastball on SI / October 23

Mariners Insider Drops Major Hint On Jorge Polanco's Future In Seattle

Few could have predicted just how well the Jorge Polanco signing would work out for the Seattle Mariners this season. Polanco was more than a little underwhelming a year ago after arriving in Seattle via trade from the Minnesota Twins.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / October 23

Cal Raleigh, Julio Rodríguez, and Jorge Polanco named as AL Silver Slugger nominees

My first conscious memory of the Silver Slugger award was opening a pack of Upper Deck baseball cards and pulling out a Daryl Strawberry card (when he was on the Dodgers) with a Silver Slugger award logo in the corner.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / October 23

Mariners Might Shake Up Rotation With Blockbuster Trade, Per Insider

The Seattle Mariners' season is over after losing Game 7 of the American League Championship Series to the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday night. They have raised the standards in the Pacific Northwest, but they have a big offseason ahead of them in terms of roster moves.

Josh Naylor News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 23

Mariners expected to prioritize Josh Naylor in free agency

The Mariners’ season ended with heartbreak in Game 7 of the ALCS versus the Blue Jays, and they’ll now turn their focus to an offseason aimed at building upon what was clearly a World Series-caliber roster (even if they fell just short).

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 23

Hard-fought ALCS sparks generosity from Blue Jays, Mariners fans

The latest heartbreak for the Seattle Mariners has sparked some positivity.

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Eugenio Suarez News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22

Eugenio Suarez was livid with umpire in Game 7 and was right

Seattle Mariners third baseman Eugenio Suarez had a better eye than home plate umpire Quinn Wolcott in Game 7 of the American League Championship Series, at least in one instance.

Seattle Mariners News / Viral Sports News / October 22

Seattle Mariners Facing Bad New Prediction After ALCS Heartbreak

The Seattle Mariners came up short in their pursuit of the World Series this year, falling to the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 7 of the American League Championship Series.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 22

Three free agents the Yankees must sign to make World Series return

The days of George Steinbrenner seem like a distant memory in the Bronx. The New York Yankees last won the World Series in 2009, while he still stood at the helm.

Whom should Yankees pursue between Cody Bellinger, Kyle Tucker?

Yankees trading for Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal doesn't make sense

How Cam Schlittler will continue to power depleted Yankees rotation in 2026

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Julio Rodriguez News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21