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Mariners Select Jhonathan Díaz

The Mariners announced that they have selected the contract of left-hander Jhonathan Díaz. Fellow lefty Josh Simpson has been optioned to Triple-A Tacoma in a corresponding active roster move.

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Why Mariners must fire Dan Wilson after embarrassing 22-0 loss to Brewers

The Seattle Mariners reached a point Tuesday night that should end Dan Wilson’s time as manager. Their 22-0 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers was the worst defeat in franchise history and tied the modern-era record for the largest shutout.

Noelvi Marte News / Seattle Mariners on SI / August 19

Mariners News & Notes: Julio Rodríguez Gaffe, Noelvi Marte Demotion, Edwin Díaz Back on IL

The Mariners didn’t simply lose in Milwaukee. They lost the plot entirely. A 22-0 beatdown that ended with two position players on the mound and Julio Rodríguez losing track of the outs.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 19

Julio Rodriguez put capper on Mariners’ 22-0 disaster with dumbest moment of season

The Seattle Mariners were embarrassed by the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night. The Mariners tied an MLB record for the most lopsided shutout loss, losing 22-0 to the Brewers.

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The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz

The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz

Jerry Dipoto News / Seattle Mariners on SI / August 19

Mariners’ Biggest Problem Is Letting Jerry Dipoto Operate Without Consequence

The Seattle Mariners are still alive. Technically. They are four games out of first place with more than a month remaining. In the 2026 season, it qualifies as a chance.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Seattle Mariners News / EssentiallySports / August 19

‘Should Be Benched for a Week’: Mariners’ Worst Loss in 50 Years Calls for Major Action Against Their $200M Star

How big a blunder does it have to be to steal the spotlight from a 22-0 defeat? Julio Rodríguez has managed to do exactly that. That momentary lapse is

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 19

Pat Murphy reacts to Julio Rodriguez’s all-time blunder

Seattle Mariners star Julio Rodriguez did not have the proudest moment of his baseball career on Tuesday, as he committed one of the most embarrassing blunders in recent memory.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 19

Mariners, Brewers moving on from historic evening

Seattle Mariners manager Dan Wilson said his team needs to get past what happened Tuesday night in a record-setting 22-0 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers.

Julio Rodriguez News / Larry Brown Sports / August 19

Fans roasted Julio Rodriguez after he committed Error of the Year contender

Seattle Mariners star Julio Rodriguez deservedly got clowned on Tuesday after committing a mental mistake for the ages. The Mariners trailed the Milwaukee Brewers 19-0 (!!!) in the bottom of the 8th inning at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wis.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 18

Mariners fans act totally normal online after 22-0 loss to Brewers

The Seattle Mariners cannot afford to be giving away games as they try to rescue their 2026 campaign. They need to win on most nights to close the gap between them and the Houston Astros for the AL West lead, or to at least draw closer in the AL Wild Card race.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / August 18

Eternal sunshine of the Mariners mind: Mariners lose big to Brewers, 22-0

You want to empty your home, you want to empty your life, of the 2026 Mariners, and we here at Lookout Landing Lacuna are here to help. Hopefully you enjoyed

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 18

Mariners tie brutal all-time MLB record in loss to Brewers

The Seattle Mariners just suffered one of the worst losses in MLB history. Facing arguably the best team in baseball today, the Mariners looked completely out of sorts in their series opener against the Milwaukee Brewers Tuesday night at American Family Field in Wisconsin.

Seattle Mariners News / Larry Brown Sports / August 19

Mariners suffer one of the most embarrassing losses in MLB history

Seattle Mariners fans may feel the need to take multiple showers after watching their favorite team get humiliated on live television. Tuesday’s matchup between the Mariners and Milwaukee Brewers started normally enough.

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The 'NFL Playoffs rushing record' quiz

The 'NFL all-time receptions leaders' quiz

The 'Rookie passing leader by team' quiz

The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

MLB News / Seattle Mariners on SI / August 18

Mariners Get Humiliating Lesson From Brewers in Franchise-Worst 22-0 Loss

If you signed up for Leo Rivas pitching in the bottom of the eighth, congratulations: you apparently selected the cruel and unusual punishment package.

MLB News / Seattle Mariners on SI / August 18

Mariners Probable Starters vs. Brewers for Aug. 18–20 Series

The Mariners packed their bags and left Houston with a much needed series win. But they have a difficult test waiting for them in Milwaukee. Still chasing a path into the AL playoff picture with 37 games remaining, the math isn’t exactly in their favor.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 18

Mariners, Andy Ibáñez Agree To Minor League Deal

The Mariners are signing utility player Andy Ibáñez to a minor league contract, reports Francys Romero. He’ll presumably go to Triple-A Tacoma once the deal is finalized.

Seattle Mariners News / Field Level Media / August 16

Mariners take series in Houston behind Cal Raleigh, Bryan Woo

Cal Raleigh homered for the first time in two weeks and Bryan Woo produced a rare quality start on the road as the visiting Seattle Mariners held on for a 3-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Sunday in the rubber match of a three-game series.

Ryan Sloan News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 16

Mariners Pitching Prospect Ryan Sloan Shines in Latest Double-A Gem

The Seattle Mariners' No. 2 prospect, right-handed pitcher Ryan Sloan, turned in a strong performance in his most recent outing for the Double-A Arkansas Travelers.

Emerson Hancock News / Field Level Media / August 15

Emerson Hancock's strong start helps Mariners mash past Astros

Emerson Hancock matched his career high by working seven innings, and the Seattle Mariners rode a four-run second inning to a 10-5 victory over the host Houston Astros on Saturday.

Seattle Mariners News / Viral Sports News / August 15

Mariners Call Out $95 Million Infielder for Critical Reason

The Seattle Mariners entered 2026 with high expectations after reaching the ALCS the previous season, yet the year has largely failed to meet those hopes.

Felix Hernandez News / TWSN / August 15

On This Day in Sports- August 15: The First Perfect Game in Seattle Mariners History

On August 15, 2012, Felix Hernandez delivered the greatest pitching performance in Seattle Mariners history while facing the Tampa Bay Rays. During the game, Hernandez retired all 27 of the hitters he faced and helped lead the Mariners to a 1-0 victory. Hernandez already entered the game as one of MLB's most accomplished pitchers.

Seattle Mariners News / Viral Sports News / August 15

Former Seattle Mariners Outfielder Has Died

The Seattle Mariners family is mourning the loss of former outfielder Butch Huskey, who passed away Friday at the age of 54. Huskey died in his hometown of Lawton, Oklahoma, from a blood clot in his lung after experiencing breathing difficulties.

Randy Arozarena News / Just Baseball / August 13

Randy Arozarena Is Looking Like the Best Bat in the Next Free Agent Class

Ever since his trade to the Seattle Mariners in 2024, Randy Arozarena has been one of the best left fielders in MLB. Over the last two seasons, Arozarena’s 6.2 fWAR as a left fielder ranks first in MLB.

Cal Raleigh News / Yardbarker / August 12

'I'm awful': Cal Raleigh boldly reflects on his struggles with Mariners

This season, Raleigh is slashing a miserable .159/.264/.299 with 12 home runs and a .564 OPS. This is a significant downturn from last season, when he was the runner-up for AL MVP.

Paul Skenes speaks out after getting pulled from his latest flop

Cubs' Alex Bregman joins exclusive list with performance vs. Nationals

Rays superstar Junior Caminero joins elite company with 35th home run

Alex Rodriguez calls out Yankees front office after trade deadline

MLB insider addresses Yankees' chances of winning AL East

Casey Lawrence News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 10

Casey Lawrence Opts Out Of Mariners Deal

Veteran right-hander Casey Lawrence exercised an opt-out clause in his minor league deal with the Mariners and has been granted his release, MLBTR has learned.