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Where Julio Rodriguez hits in the lineup will be key to his AL MVP chances

Earlier this month, Seattle Mariners mega star Julio Rodriguez has been selected by MLB.com as the leading candidate to win the American League Most Valuable Player Award for 2026.

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Nationals Sign Trevor Gott To Minor League Contract

The Nationals have signed right-hander Trevor Gott to a minor league deal, The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reports. The contract presumably contains an invitation for Gott to attend Washington’s big league Spring Training camp.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / January 17

Pirates Linked To Mariners' $66 Million Slugger In Free Agency

The Seattle Mariners took a big risk at the trade deadline by bringing in Josh Naylor and Eugenio Suárez in a pair of trades. Both players were on expiring contracts, but they were crucial pieces in the Mariners' pursuit of a World Series title last season.

Cal Raleigh News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 17

Do the Seattle Mariners have their catcher of the future in Luke Stevenson?

In 2025, there's no doubt that the Seattle Mariners had the best catcher in all of Major League Baseball. As Cal Raleigh emerged as an MVP candidate and nearly swept every major award, he transcended the position, achieving heights that fans and historians had never witnessed before.

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The 'MLB active RBI leaders' quiz

Can you name the active hitters with the most runs-batted-in in their career?

The 'MLB teammates to hit 30 HRs in 2017' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Active MLB doubles leaders' quiz

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / January 16

Mariners Struck Gold, Landed 16-Year-Old Star Slugger

The Seattle Mariners were one of the best teams in the league last year, but they came up short of winning the American League pennant, as they were bounced from the postseason by the Toronto Blue Jays.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / January 16

Friday Feedbag: Script the 2026 Mariners Salmon Run season

Hello and welcome back to the Friday Feedbag where I will never feed you slop. How about some chum (salmon), though? Just kidding. But we are going to talk about the hate it or love it phenomenon of the Seattle Mariners Salmon Run mascot race today.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / January 16

Eugenio Suárez Linked To NL Club After Short Mariners Stint

The Seattle Mariners took a big risk at the trade deadline last year. They swung a pair of trades to add veteran sluggers Josh Naylor and Eugenio Suárez in an attempt to push for the World Series title.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / January 16

Mariners Linked To Rival Gold Glove Infielder After Solid Season

The Seattle Mariners had a huge season last year, but they need to make a few big moves in the coming weeks if they want to repeat their success. They've already lost Jorge Polanco to the New York Mets.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 16

Mariners acquire prominent prospects on MLB International Signing Day

The Seattle Mariners entered the Major League Baseball 2026 International Signing Day with a history of success. Some of the team's top players and prospects were a product of the pipeline.

Seattle Mariners News / Last Word On Sports / January 16

Mariners Offseason Notes: Trade Talk, Bullpen Moves, International Signings

After an early burst of activity, the Seattle Mariners’ offseason has slowed considerably, leaving several roster questions unresolved. Yet as the trade market evolves and roster depth continues to take shape, Seattle remains active across multiple fronts.

Samad Taylor News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 15

Mariners Designate Samad Taylor For Assignment

The Mariners designated utilityman Samad Taylor for assignment. That creates a 40-man roster spot for reliever Yosver Zulueta, whose previously reported acquisition from Cincinnati is official.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / January 15

Seattle Mariners 2026 International Signings Tracker

It’s time for Prospect Christmas, aka the official opening of MLB’s international signing period for the year. While most of the deals are worked out ahead of time and only made official on this day, there are occasionally surprises once the period actually opens, and players will continue to sign over the coming weeks and months.

Justin Hollander News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 15

Mariners GM Justin Hollander talks about striking a balance in the Seattle lineup

Seattle Mariners general manager Justin Hollander had plenty to say on a popular Seattle sportscast this week, as he discussed the construction of the 2026 version of the team.

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The 'College Football Player of the Year' quiz

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Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / January 15

Mariners Sign 17-Year-Old Star Outfielder With 5-Tool Potential

The Seattle Mariners were one of the best teams in the league last year, but they hit this offseason with the risk that a few important players could leave town in free agency.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 15

The Mariners' off-season hasn't moved nearly as fast as fans had hoped for

Freshly off a 2025 season where they won 90 games and their first division championship in 24 years, the Seattle Mariners were back to the drawing board right away this offseason, hoping to get another sweet shot of success in 2026.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / January 15

Mariners Veteran Commits To Team USA For 2026 WBC

The Seattle Mariners experienced a magical run to the ALCS in 2025, falling just short in Game 7 against the Toronto Blue Jays. They enjoyed a lot of great success stories, including Cal Raleigh hitting 60 home runs and forcing his way into the MVP conversation.

Matt Brash News / Lookout Landing / January 15

40 in 40: Meet the new Matt Brash (but don’t get too used to him)

We thought we knew Matt Brash—a slider-slinging, fastball-fueled thrill ride of dominance and destruction with the occasional meltdown thrown in to keep you on your toes.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / January 15

New Mariners Coach Brings Unique Perspective To Team

The Seattle Mariners experienced some heartbreak in the playoffs last year, falling just short in the ALCS against the Toronto Blue Jays. However, they’ve already made some big changes.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 14

Team USA adds more pitching depth to roster, but still lacks a closer

Team USA has all the makings of having a dynamic offense heading into the World Baseball Classic.

Which MLB ballparks could use a change in dimensions?

Every MLB player with double-digit Gold Gloves

The 'Multiple MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

MLB News / New Baseball Media / January 13

2025 MLB Farm Review: Seattle Mariners

The 2025 Seattle Mariners were littered with homegrown talent. Cal Raleigh, George Kirby, Logan Gilbert, Bryan Woo, and Julio Rodriguez were all difference-makers — and all of those players came through the system.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 14

Which MLB ballparks could use a change in dimensions?

Each team's park should be different from one another while simultaneously aiming to keep a neutral playing ground.

Rob Manfred: MLB Has Discussed Shortening Schedule & Adding In-Season Tournament

MLB To Celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial Throughout 2026 Season

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz

Cal Raleigh News / Last Word On Sports / January 12

What Can We Expect of Cal Raleigh in 2026

Cal Raleigh had one of the most historic seasons in MLB history. In most other seasons, that level of production would win an MVP. Hitting 60 home runs from the most demanding position in the sport defies logic and is unlikely to be repeated.

Seattle Mariners News / Field Level Media / January 8

Reports: Mariners make deals with Randy Arozarena, George Kirby

The Seattle Mariners avoided arbitration with a pair of players Thursday, reaching one-year agreements with outfielder Randy Arozarena and right-handed starting pitcher George Kirby, according to multiple reports.

Randy Arozarena News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 8