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Mariners Julio Rodriguez will represent the Dominican in the World Baseball Classic

The news was announced this week that Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez will be joining the squad that will represent the Dominican Republic at the upcoming World Baseball Classic.

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Seattle Mariners pitcher ruled out for the 2026 season

The Seattle Mariners have announced that righthanded starting pitcher Logan Evans underwent surgery to reconstruct a torn ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in his right arm on Jan 23.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Logan Evans News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 30

Logan Evans Undergoes UCL Surgery

The Mariners announced that right-hander Logan Evans has undergone surgery to reconstruct the ulnar collateral ligament in this throwing elbow with an internal brace.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / January 30

Mariners announce 2026 NRIs, including top prospects Kade Anderson and Colt Emerson

In another sign that spring training is drawing closer, today the Mariners announced their 2026 NRIs. If you’ve been with us for a while, you know that NRI stands for “non-roster invite”: that is, the players who are not on the 40-man who nonetheless receive an invite to spring training, and the perks (and per diems) thereof.

Julio Rodriguez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 30

Mariners’ Julio Rodriguez to play for Team Dominican Republic in World Baseball Classic

Seattle Mariners star Julio Rodriguez has established himself as a star outfielder in MLB. Now, he will receive the opportunity to find success in the World Baseball Classic, as MLB announced on Friday that Rodriguez will play for Team Dominican Republic in the 2026 WBC.

Seattle Mariners News / Just Baseball / January 30

Five Seattle Mariners Prospects Who Could Contribute in 2026

The Seattle Mariners had quite the year. They won the AL West for the first time since 2001, then came one win short of their first pennant in franchise history.

Seattle Mariners News / Total Pro Sports / January 30

'Bubbling Frustrating With Mariners Fans' – Analyst Drops Harsh Reality On Seattle’s Incomplete Offseason

The Seattle Mariners earned only their second playoff berth in over two decades by clinching the American League West. The team reached the brink of making its first World Series appearance before going out to the Toronto Blue Jays over seven games in the Championship Series.

Seattle Mariners News / Last Word On Sports / January 29

Mariners Lead MLB Pipeline’s Top 100 With Seven Prospects

The Seattle Mariners will once again enter the new season with a league-leading seven prospects on MLB Pipeline’s 2026 Top 100 list. One of the league’s strongest drafting and development organizations in recent years, Seattle continues to field one of the deepest farm systems in baseball.

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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.

J.P. Crawford News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 28

Mariners shortstop JP Crawford is named to MLB.com's 'All-Underrated Team'

Fans in the Pacific Northwest are pretty familiar with their favorite shortstop by now. After seven seasons in Seattle, former Gold Glove winner JP Crawford is already appreciated for his solid play, veteran leadership, and involvement in the community.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 28

Rick Rizzs, iconic voice of the Mariners, announces he will retire after 2026 season

Seattle Mariners longtime play-by-play commentator Rick Rizzs announced on Tuesday that the upcoming season will be his final one behind the microphone.

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Bryan Woo News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 28

From Afterthought to Ace: Bryan Woo's amazing journey in baseball

In 2025, Seattle Mariners pitcher Bryan Woo took a big step forward in terms of his staturein Major League Baseball. Registering a career-high 15 wins and finishing among the finalists for the AL Cy Young Award, the 25-year-old California Kid has fans in the Pacific Northwest buzzing about what the future may hold for both him and the team.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / January 28

Rick Rizzs: A legacy of service

The longest-tenured voice of Seattle Mariners baseball almost wasn’t. In 1983, Rick Rizzs was serving as the play-by-play announcer for the Columbus Clippers, at the time the Yankees’ Triple-A team.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 28

Mariners Outright Jhonathan Díaz

The Mariners announced that left-hander Jhonathan Díaz has been outrighted to Triple-A Tacoma, indicating that he cleared waivers. He had been designated for assignment last week when Seattle acquired Cooper Criswell from the Mets.

Cal Raleigh News / Athlon Sports / January 28

Mariners' Cal Raleigh Sends Message After Retirement News

The Seattle Mariners have a bright future as an organization, due in large part to how catcher Cal Raleigh has emerged as a legitimate American League MVP candidate.

Logan Gilbert News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 28

Logan Gilbert says 5 Mariners pitchers could get ‘Cy Young looks’

The Seattle Mariners were one game away from competing for their first ever World Series title. But with the starting rotation Seattle assembled, the Mariners aren’t expecting to be out of contention anytime soon.

Yosver Zulueta News / Lookout Landing / January 28

40 in 40: Yosver Zulueta looks for the light

Spring training: when the sunlight is bright and falls upon certain players more than others. A new pitch, a new swing, or a fresh face can all capture the attention of fans and writers alike eager to emerge from the cold tyranny of a baseball-less winter.

Eugenio Suarez News / Total Pro Sports / January 28

MLB Insider Shares Latest Intel On Eugenio Suarez-Mariners Situation

Eugenio Suarez is probably the biggest free agent slugger available in the free agent market right now. Suarez is waiting for a team, and rumors are suggesting the Pittsburgh Pirates and Boston Red Sox as the front-runners.

Eugenio Suarez News / Larry Brown Sports / January 28

Eugenio Suarez linked to 3 teams in MLB free agency

The MLB free agency period has started to cool down ever since Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette signed their new deals. However, one big bat available is third baseman Eugenio Suarez.

Jackson Kowar News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 27

Mariners Designate Jackson Kowar For Assignment

The Mariners announced they’ve designated reliever Jackson Kowar for assignment. That opens a 40-man roster spot for catcher Jhonny Pereda, whom they acquired from the Twins in exchange for cash considerations.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / January 26

Mariners Prospect Retires From Pro Ball at Age 25

The Seattle Mariners can cross one name off their minor-league depth chart as they prepare to begin a new season. Outfielder Carson Jones was the Mariners' 15th-round pick in the 2023 draft out of Virginia Tech.

Cal Raleigh News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 23

Analyst calls out Mariners star Cal Raleigh’s placement in top player rankings

With the Seattle Mariners preparing for Spring Training, the team is looking for another season of greatness from catcher Cal Raleigh, who is coming off a historic season.

Seattle Mariners News / Athlon Sports / January 22

MLB Makes Julio Rodriguez Announcement

The Seattle Mariners took a major step forward as a franchise in 2025, coming just one win short of their first-ever World Series appearance. Although the season ended in heartbreak, optimism remains high in Seattle, with the club’s core locked into team-friendly deals that provide stability for years to come.