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Mariners’ Cal Raleigh snaps brutal slump after unusual method

The Seattle Mariners have not been above .500 since a March 30 win over the New York Yankees, and while there are several reasons for the slow start, a severely struggling Cal Raleigh is certainly near the top of the list.

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Mariners To Designate José Suarez For Assignment

The Mariners are designating left-hander José Suarez for assignment, reports Ari Alexander of Boston 7 News. Seattle will activate Bryce Miller from the 15-day injured list to start tomorrow’s game against the Astros.

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Cal Raleigh News / Larry Brown Sports / May 13

Cal Raleigh went to superstitious lengths to break his career-worst hitless streak

Cal Raleigh was willing to do whatever it took to finally get a hit, even if it meant having one of the strangest showers of his life before Tuesday’s game against the Houston Astros.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Seattle Mariners News / Field Level Media / May 12

Dominic Canzone's slam backs Bryan Woo as M's rout Astros

Dominic Canzone clubbed his first career grand slam and Randy Arozarena produced a four-hit, three-RBI game in support of Bryan Woo, who worked six quality innings as the visiting Seattle Mariners claimed a 10-2 victory over the slumping Houston Astros on Tuesday.

Matt Chapman News / Seattle Mariners on SI / May 12

Mariners Trade Speculation Around Giants’ Matt Chapman Makes Little Roster Sense

Let’s get this part out of the way first: there has been no real indication from the Mariners that they are trying to trade for a third baseman. That matters, because this is how these things get sideways fast.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 12

Former NPB star continues to struggle in MLB

A major offseason acquisition for the Houston Astros was right-handed pitcher Tatsuya Imai. The addition of Imai, though, has not yet panned out.

Mariners' Cal Raleigh nearing wrong side of MLB history

Concern levels for five of MLB’s slumping stars

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Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / May 12

Which Seattle Mariners reliever are you most worried about?

As we wait with bated breath for this very talented Seattle Mariners team to play up to their true talent level, I will continue to pose questions and prompts regarding anxiety levels surround various facts of the team.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / May 12

Harold Reynolds Offers Mariners a More Measured Look at Cal Raleigh’s Brutal Slump

There is no elegant way to spin a slump this loud. Cal Raleigh entered May 12 hitless in his last 36 at-bats, dragging his season slash line to .157/.238/.320 and forcing fans to hold their breath each time he’s at the plate.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / May 12

Mariners’ Julio Rodríguez Surge Exposes How Unfair His Standard Has Become

There is something funny happening with Julio Rodríguez right now. Actually, maybe “funny” isn’t the word. Maybe it’s revealing. Rodríguez is off to the best start of his career.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Seattle Mariners News / Yardbarker / May 12

Mariners' Cal Raleigh nearing wrong side of MLB history

Just seven months after completing one of the greatest offensive seasons by a catcher in MLB history, Seattle Mariners star Cal Raleigh has done a complete 180 in terms of production.

On deck: Cubs-Braves, Mookie Betts return, fall of Astros, Blue Jays

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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

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Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / May 12

Mariners News: Jose A. Ferrer, Bryce Miller, and Julio Rodriguez

Good morning! A satisfying 3-1 win last night featured the Mariners’ eighth straight victory over the Houston Astros dating back to last season. A season-high seven strikeouts for starter George Kirby was supported by a few strong bullpen outings, and a solo home run from Julio Rodriguez highlighted the Mariners’ scoring.

Bryan Woo News / Field Level Media / May 12

Behind Bryan Woo, Mariners eager to continue dominance of Astros

Despite their uneven start to this season, the Seattle Mariners have been able to rely on their stellar pitching staff, with the opener of their four-game series against the Houston Astros providing the latest example of that reliability.

MLB News / Sport Relay / May 12

Kirby, Mariners Shut Down Astros

Seven scoreless innings from George Kirby led the Seattle Mariners to a 3–1 victory over the host Houston Astros Monday night. A home run from Julio Rodriguez and RBI singles from Dominic Canzone and Cole Young powered the Mariners to the win.

Cal Raleigh News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 12

Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh’s slump hits brutal new low despite win over Astros

The Seattle Mariners secured an important divisional victory Monday night, but Cal Raleigh’s offensive slide remained a major storyline after another rough offensive outing vs.

George Kirby News / Field Level Media / May 11

George Kirby once again pitches Mariners past Astros

George Kirby posted a season-high seven strikeouts while Julio Rodriguez homered as the visiting Seattle Mariners claimed the opener of a four-game series against the Houston Astros with a 3-1 victory on Monday.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 11

Mariners call up Braves waivers claim who could make his MLB debut

Heading into a key AL West clash with the Houston Astros, the Seattle Mariners’ bullpen will receive another shakeup. Rising lefty Jose A. Ferrer, acquired over the winter for former top prospect Harry Ford, will be placed on the paternity list.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 11

Mariners Recall Domingo González For MLB Debut

The Mariners on Monday recalled righty Domingo González from Triple-A Tacoma, per a club announcement. Lefty Jose A. Ferrer has been placed on the paternity list in a corresponding roster move.

Bryan Woo News / Seattle Mariners on SI / May 11

Bryan Woo’s Unselfish Response Says Everything About Mariners’ Six-Man Rotation Gamble

The Mariners have reached the rarest kind of pitching problem, which is also the easiest one to mock until a team actually has it. Too many starters. That’s why Seattle is preparing to test out a six-man rotation, at least for now.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 9

Mariners To Reinstate Bryce Miller, Adjust Rotation

Right-hander Bryce Miller will make his Mariners season debut on Wednesday against the Astros, reports Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times. Miller opened the year on the injured list after straining an oblique in the spring.

Seattle Mariners News / Yardbarker / May 7

Mariners get positive injury update on starter Bryce Miller

The 27-year-old suffered a left oblique strain retroactive to March 25 and started this season on the IL.

Mariners craving consistency entering series with White Sox

Bryan Woo handcuffs Braves as Mariners take series

The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

Seattle Mariners News / Just Baseball / May 5

The Mariners Are Going to Have a Tough Decision to Make Soon

You can never have too much depth. As injuries continue to increase year over year, that old saying has never been more true. A team can have effective starters and backups at a position and even a decent reinforcement waiting in the wings down in the minors.

Randy Arozarena News / Larry Brown Sports / May 3

Randy Arozarena committed the most boneheaded blunder on the basepaths

Randy Arozarena may have cost the Seattle Mariners a win on Saturday against the Kansas City Royals. Arozarena drew a walk to load the bases in the bottom of the 5th inning at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Wash.

Seattle Mariners News / Total Pro Sports / May 3

Seattle Mariners Were Selling a Massive Hot Dog With The Raunchiest Name In Honor Of Randy Johnson

The Seattle Mariners introduced a temporary food item with the most inappropriate name to honor Randy Johnson. On Saturday, the Seattle Mariners retired Randy Johnson’s jersey No.