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Mariners hire former Red Sox exec, Hawaii native for Senior Business Strategy position

The Seattle Mariners announced on Friday that they've made a new addition to their management team. Hailing from the 50th state, Hawaii native Kurt Zwald has been named the franchise's new senior director of business strategy and analytics.

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Mariners Connected To 29-Year-Old Slugger As Deadline Nears

The Seattle Mariners have already made one splash in the infield this offseason. Could another be on the way in the near future? Seattle re-signed Josh Naylor early on in free agency and now appears to be set at first base for the foreseeable future.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 3

Mariners Involved In Kazuma Okamoto’s Market

Kazuma Okamoto’s posting window closes at 4pm CT on Sunday, and there isn’t yet any sense where the Japanese star might sign even as his deadline nears.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 2

The Mariners are running out of time to sign Japanese free agent Kazuma Okamoto

The Major League Baseball offseason has been filled with talented stars from Japan's Nippon Baseball League who have tested the Major League Baseball free agent waters.

Kyle Schwarber News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?

The 'Last 40-home-run season by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 2

ESPN MLB Insider says that the Mariners offseason options are becoming limited now

After inking a five-year contract worth $92 million with Josh Naylor at the start of the free agency period, the Seattle Mariners felt good about where things were headed.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / January 2

Mariners Predicted To Lose Veteran Slugger To Pirates In Free Agency

The Seattle Mariners made a few big moves at the trade deadline to boost their roster and chase a World Series title. They added Josh Naylor and Eugenio Suárez in a pair of trades with the Arizona Diamondbacks, but both players entered free agency at the end of the season.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / January 2

Mariners Linked To Potential Trade For Cardinals All-Star

The Seattle Mariners have had an interesting offseason thus far. After losing the ALCS to the Toronto Blue Jays, they managed to keep Josh Naylor on a five-year deal, but lost Jorge Polanco to the New York Mets.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / January 2

Insider's Prediction Shows Sky-High Mariners Perception Around MLB

The vibes are high around the Seattle Mariners. Seattle had a phenomenal 2025 season and won its first American League West title since 2001. The Mariners finished the campaign with a 90-72 record and are positioned to be even better in 2025.

MLB News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 2

MLB writer suggests Phillies infielder would be a great fit for the Mariners

With what appears to be the inevitable exit of free agent third baseman Eugenio Suarez, the Seattle Mariners are now shifting their focus to other options.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 1

After a great 2025, Dan Wilson is patiently waiting to hand Seattle its first World Series

Seattle Mariners manager Dan Wilson has been pretty quiet this offseason, but it hasn't been because he's somewhere on a long fishing trip or an extended vacation to Europe.

Randy Arozarena News / Athlon Sports / January 1

Mariners' Randy Arozarena Makes Career Announcement on Thursday

The Seattle Mariners’ future looks bright after their deep postseason run in 2025, where they came just one win short of reaching the World Series. Among the team’s many talented players, outfielder Randy Arozarena continues to stand out.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 1

What will Mariners 2025 first-round pick Kade Anderson's blueprint be for this year?

As many of the Seattle Mariners' top prospects are preparing to make the jump to the Majors in 2026, the youngest pup in the litter may not be far behind them.

Luke Raley News / Lookout Landing / January 1

40 in 40: Luke Raley, Bunting About Architecture

Luke Raley’s alma mater is Lake Erie College in Painesville, Ohio. Founded in 1856 as a female seminary, the school initially aimed to educate the gentler sex in the domestic arts and etiquette, but gradually became a cradle of the suffragist movement, hosting speakers like Jane Addams and Susan B.

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The 'TE receiving leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Leading receivers vs. each NFL team' quiz

The 'CFP appearances' quiz

The 'Top-50 all-time NFL rushers' quiz

Julio Rodriguez News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 1

As an early bloomer himself, Julio Rodriguez can serve as mentor to Mariners' prodigies

Let's face it, Seattle hit the jackpot when thy discovered young Julio Rodriguez. After being signed as a teenager, he cruised through the ranks of the minors, eventually making his debut at the tender age of 21.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / December 31

Mariners Predicted To Sign International Star To 5-Year, $80 Million Deal

The Seattle Mariners took a big risk at the trade deadline by acquiring Josh Naylor and Eugenio Suárez from the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Mariners acquired both players with the knowledge that they'd both head to free agency after the season.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / December 31

Mariners Predicted To Lose Slugger To Diamondbacks On 3-Year, $70M Deal

The Seattle Mariners took a few big risks at the trade deadline this season. They swung a pair of trades with the Arizona Diamondbacks to acquire sluggers Eugenio Suárez and Josh Naylor.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / December 31

Mariners Might Have Hit Jackpot With Organization's Next Star Outfielder

The Seattle Mariners are one of the best teams in the league right now and they've built their roster in a plethora of different ways. Seattle has hit free agency hard over the last few years.

Bo Bichette News / Fastball on SI / December 31

Insider Addresses Mariners, Bo Bichette Free Agency Fit

The Seattle Mariners could use another infielder before the 2025 offseason comes to a close. The Mariners re-signed Josh Naylor, which was a phenomenal and aggressive move early on in the offseason.

Gabe Speier News / Lookout Landing / December 31

40 in 40: Gabe Speier is not a good lefty reliever

Is Gabe Speier a lefty? Yes. Is he a reliever? Yes. Is he good? Yes. And yet, to describe him as a good lefty reliever is a disservice. There’s something about describing someone as a lefty reliever that feels caveated.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / December 31

Seattle Mariners team president Jerry DiPoto discusses Colt Emerson's outlook in 2026

Seattle Mariners infielder Colt Emerson is someone the fans in the Pacific Northwest have been patiently waiting for. They've seen what the scouts say, and they've seen the YouTube clips of Emerson hitting like crazy in the Minor Leagues.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / December 30

The Seattle Mariners could look to a Cubs free agent to solve their infield woes

As the Seattle Mariners look for infielders with offensive ability, they've notably been linked to a pair of trade targets in St. Louis Cardinals utilityman Brendan Donovan and Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte.

Seattle Mariners News / Last Word On Sports / December 30

Five Mariners Trade Candidates Before the 2026 Season

While the Seattle Mariners’ offseason has been quiet on the surface, the front office remains active behind the scenes. If Seattle is serious about upgrading the roster for 2026, it will almost certainly come at the cost of current roster pieces and high-end prospects.