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Veteran righty reliever clears waivers, elects free agency

He signed a minor league contract in mid-April and was selected onto the MLB roster on June 13.

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Here's What Cal Raleigh Had to Say About Being Named an All-Star Starter

SEATTLE — For the first time in Seattle Mariners history, the team will have a catcher starting in the All-Star Game. Cal Raleigh was named the American League starter on Wednesday.

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Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 2

Seattle Mariners Put Out Wild Lineup, Sit MVP Candidate For Contest with Royals

The Seattle Mariners enter Wednesday at 44-41 and in possession of the third and final wild card spot in the American League. And if they're going to earn a 45th win against the Kansas City Royals, they are going to have to truly earn it.

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Who should be the starting MLB All-Stars at every position?

The starting lineups for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game are set to be revealed on July 6. While the fans have their say for the starting lineups, the most deserving All-Star starters could be very different than the actual starters.

Jonny Farmelo News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 2

Seattle Mariners Prospect Jonny Farmelo Jumps up in Latest Baseball America Top 100

The updated top 100 rankings from Baseball America released Wednesday, and the Seattle Mariners were well-represented with eight players on the list. Several of those prospects took a noticeable jump on the rankings, including a player currently out with an injury.

Zach Pop News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 2

Seattle Mariners Lose Veteran Reliever to Free Agency in Roster Churn

After being designated for assignment recently, veteran reliever Zach Pop has elected free agency from the Seattle Mariners. Mariners PR had the note on social media after Pop cleared waivers: The 28-year-old is a five-year veteran of the Miami Marlins, Toronto Blue Jays and Mariners.

Seattle Mariners News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Seattle Mariners Making Moves Before the Deadline

The Mariners have acquired the contract of the 30-year-old Jacques from Triple-A Tacoma, the team announced Wednesday afternoon. Jacques started the 2025 season with the Los Angeles Dodgers on a minor league deal.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 2

Seattle Mariners See Top Prospect Surprisingly Fall Out of Baseball America Top 100 Rankings

The Seattle Mariners have one of the best farm systems in baseball, but they got some disappointing news on Wednesday, as infielder Felnin Celesten is no longer ranked in the Top 100, according to Baseball America.

Lazaro Montes News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 2

Lazaro Montes Takes Major Jump in Updated Top 100 From Baseball America

One of the best prospects in the Seattle Mariners farm system took a massive jump in the latest top 100 prospect list from Baseball America. In the updated rankings that released Wednesday, outfielder Lazaro Montes ranked No.

Seattle Mariners News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 2

Seattle Mariners Select Contract of Left-Handed Reliever From Triple-A Tacoma

The Seattle Mariners brought up a left-handed reliever Wednesday for a potential turn of long relief. The Mariners selected the contract of Joe Jacques from the Triple-A Tacoma Rainiers and optioned starting pitcher Emerson Hancock to Tacoma in a corresponding move.

Emerson Hancock News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 2

Seattle Mariners Option Struggling Starting Pitcher to Triple-A Tacoma

SEATTLE — Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Emerson Hancock will be getting a reset in Triple-A after struggling in his latest start. The Mariners optioned right-hander Emerson Hancock to the Tacoma Rainiers on Wednesday and selected the contract of left-handed reliever Joe Jacques in a corresponding move.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 2

Latest On Mariners’ Deadline Approach

The Mariners are reportedly seeking corner infield and bullpen help as the deadline approaches, and MLB.com’s Daniel Kramer reported recently that ownership has signaled it will approve a payroll increase to facilitate such transactions.

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Julio Rodriguez News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 2

Julio Rodriguez Made One of the Worst Plays of His Entire Career on Tuesday

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez, one of the best defenders in the sport, made one of the worst defensive plays in his career on Tuesday night against the Kansas City Royals at T-Mobile Park.

Dylan Moore News / Lookout Landing / July 2

Dylan Moore is in a pinch

The off-the-bench doom loop Dylan Moore lost his job. When Dan Wilson could have called on Moore on Tuesday to face a lefty late, he chose Donovan Solano instead.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 2

ESPN MLB Insider Says Seattle Mariners Are Getting Ready to Separate in Playoff Race

Entering play on Wednesday, the Seattle Mariners have 61 percent playoff odds, according to Fangraphs. The M's currently lead the chase for the third and

Seattle Mariners News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 2

Pair of Seattle Mariners Top Prospects Earn Organizational Awards For Month of June

Seattle Mariners' top prospects Michael Arroyo and Walter Ford earned major organizational awards for the month of June. Arroyo was named as the organization's minor league Hitter of the Month, while Ford was named as the Pitcher of the Month.

Cal Raleigh News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 2

Cal Raleigh of Seattle Mariners is Getting Home Run Derby Advice From Unexpected Source

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh is reportedly taking Home Run Derby advice from an unlikely source in Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals. Raleigh made the revelation to Shannon Drayer of Seattle Sports 710 on Tuesday as he began prepping for the event.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / July 2

Mariners trivia: Your in-5 daily game, Wednesday edition

Think you can figure out what Mariners player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out. Hello Mariners fans! We’re back for another day of the Lookout Landing In-5 daily trivia game.

Cole Young News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 2

Cole Young's Newfound Consistency Has Been Welcome Addition For Seattle Mariners

SEATTLE — The bottom third of the lineup has been ever-changing and ever-volatile for the Seattle Mariners this season. Injuries and inconsistencies have prevented the Mariners from getting consistent contributions from the No.

Randy Arozarena News / Field Level Media / July 1

Randy Arozarena, Mariners look to continue power surge vs. Royals

Randy Arozarena sat on 99 career home runs for nearly three weeks. The wait for No. 101 was much shorter. Arozarena went deep in back-to-back innings Monday night as the Seattle Mariners defeated the visiting Kansas City Royals 6-2 in the opener of a four-game series.

Cal Raleigh News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 1

Mariners’ Cal Raleigh joins elite company after 33rd home run

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh has officially entered elite territory with his 33rd home run of the 2025 season. With this blast, he’s not only rewriting franchise history but also inserting himself into the greater narrative of MLB catcher records, slugging his way alongside legends of the game.

Randy Arozarena News / Field Level Media / July 1

Randy Arozarena's two homers lead Mariners past Royals

Randy Arozarena hit two homers and drove in four runs and Cal Raleigh went deep for the major-league-leading 33rd time this season as the Seattle Mariners defeated the visiting Kansas City Royals 6-2 on Monday.

Seattle Mariners News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Three Mariners Prospects Named to 2025 MLB Futures Game

Ahead of the MLB Futures Game in Atlanta this year, three Mariners prospects have been named and will participate during the All-Star Weekend. Switch pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje, outfielder Lazaro Montes, and catcher Harry Ford have all been selected to showcase their talents as some of the brightest emerging stars in Major League Baseball.

Cal Raleigh News / Yardbarker / June 27