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Mariners analyst compares Brendan Donovan's productivity to 2025's lead-off numbers

On Wednesday, a prominent sports journalist weighed in on just what makes new Mariners lead-off man Brendan Donovan so effective at the top of the lineup.

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Mariners and Royals battle to a 8-8 draw in Cactus League action

The Seattle Mariners took the field today after sputtering out in their last couple of Spring Training games. They went head-to-head with the Kansas City Royals and completed the nine-inning matchup with an 8-8 tie.

Seattle Mariners News / Last Word On Sports / February 25

The Mariners’ Bullpen Blueprint: Defining Their Profile – Part 1

The Seattle Mariners have built one of the best bullpens in baseball, whether by trade or by player development. Seattle has become known not only for their ability to identify talent but also to develop it — often seeing certain traits others may not see and moulding a player to fit the Seattle mould.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / February 25

Report ranks Seattle Mariners' lineup as the best in the American League

Coming off a 90-win season and an AL West title in 2025, the Seattle Mariners were facing a lot of questions regarding how they were going to handle free agency.

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The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz

How many Cy Young winners from both leagues since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Lookout Landing / February 25

Mariners are heard, rarely seen, stalemate Royals 8-8

If you planned on killing some time this afternoon by watching some Mariners Cactus League baseball – or more enticingly, Bryan Woo’s first outing of 2026 – you were out of luck.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / February 25

Mariners manager Dan Wilson discusses the masterful job by the team's front office

If Mariners manager Dan Wilson believes that he's lived a charmed life, it's only because he has a lot of good reasons to. The former big league catcher returned to the team where he made his name and led them to a division title in his first full season on the bench.

Seattle Mariners News / New Baseball Media / February 25

2025-26 MLB Offseason Recap: Seattle Mariners

The 2025 Seattle Mariners came one win away from the team’s first-ever American League pennant. While Seattle was unsuccessful in its quest for a World Series berth, the team is still very much a contender to make it to the Fall Classic in 2026.

J.P. Crawford News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 25

Mariners’ J.P. Crawford’s shoulder injury forces spring training ‘slow play’

After falling in seven games to the Toronto Blue Jays in the American League Championship Series in 2025, the Seattle Mariners have high hopes in 2026.

Josh Simpson News / Lookout Landing / February 25

40 in 40: The Mariners have a type, and it’s Josh Simpson

In recent years, the Mariners have developed a bit of a reputation as a major pitching lab. Not just through their minor league system, but also the success stories of journeyman relievers coming through Seattle and turning middling careers into All-Star/Team USA appearances.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 25

Mariners All-Star voices hard truth of last year’s playoff heartbreak

The Seattle Mariners fell just short of reaching the World Series in 2025, as the Toronto Blue Jays ultimately earned a seven-game American League Championship Series win.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / February 25

Seattle Mariners continue their Spring Training schedule against the Royals

The Mariners suffered another exhibition loss on Tuesday, 12-10, this time at the hands of the Chicago White Sox. Today, the M's will travel to Surprise, Arizona, on Wednesday, where they hope to sneak up on the Kansas City Royals and get back to their winning ways.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Bryan Woo News / Total Pro Sports / February 25

MLB Insider’s Bold Seattle Mariners-Bryan Woo Verdict Will Send Fans Into a Frenzy

The Seattle Mariners enjoyed a somewhat unexpected but hugely successful 2025 campaign after claiming the American League West title. In a strong postseason run, they went agonizingly close to clinching the AL pennant before losing the Champions Series to the Toronto Blue Jays.

Nick Becker News / Seattle Mariners on SI / February 24

2025 Second-Round pick Nick Becker is developing nicely in the Mariners' organization

2026 will be a crossroads for Seattle Mariners' prospect, Nick Becker as he looks to mature after developing his reputation as one of the better high Becker batted .386 with 12 doubles, three triples, five home runs, 24 walks, and 27 stolen bases in 35 games at Don Bosco Prep.

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Julio Rodriguez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

Mariners star Julio Rodriguez issues clear statement after posting career highs in 2025

The Seattle Mariners received a calm yet powerful message from their franchise star as spring training ramps up in Peoria. Julio Rodriguez, fresh off career highs in 2025, has made it clear that his next leap in the 2026 season will be fueled by trust—not tension.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24

Analyst drops 3 extremely bold 2026 Mariners predictions

The Seattle Mariners just picked up one of the boldest preseason endorsements on the MLB landscape, and it came with specific numbers attached. During an appearance on Seattle Sports’ “Brock & Salk” show, MLB Network host Greg Amsinger predicted 98 wins, a World Series trip and a Cy Young breakthrough season for Bryan Woo in 2026.

Logan Gilbert News / Seattle Mariners on SI / February 24

Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert discusses how fatherhood has helped his focus

Logan Gilbert had an extra pep in his step when he arrived at Spring Training this year, and he wasn't full of coffee or taking any type of performance-enhancing items.

Dan Wilson News / Sport Relay / February 24

Dan Wilson on How the Battle-tested Mariners Improved an Already Elite Bullpen

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The relief corps that swept Reliever Roundup and Bullpen Bonanza’s end‑of‑year awards is arriving in Arizona with something more than hardware: reinforcements and resolve.

Cal Raleigh News / Seattle Mariners on SI / February 24

Odds maker forecasts Mariners' HR King Cal Raleigh will slip a few spots in 2026

By now, it seems that the whole world knows about the season that Cal Raleigh produced in 2025. His 60 home runs set the MLB mark for both a catcher and a switch-hitter in a single season, and finishing runner-up in the American League Most Valuable Player voting, he was lauded for his magical performance.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / February 24

Mariners have souls tested Black Lodge, lose 12-10

Diane. It’s February 24th, 12:10 pm, mountain time. My investigation, in all it’s twists, turns, detours, and non-sequiturs has led me to the Peoria Sports Complex in the northwest corner of the Phoenix metropolitan area.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / February 24

MLB Expert says the Mariners have every reason to believe they can win it all

If there's a bandwagon for the Seattle Mariners in 2026, then it's getting awfully crowded. From players to personnel people, many around the game believe they could be the squad that will dethrone the two-time defending Los Angeles Dodgers and take home the Commissioner's Trophy in early November.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 23

Mariners Were Reluctant To Discuss Cole Young In Ketel Marte Talks

Among players who were not traded this offseason, few found themselves in more rumors than Ketel Marte. Arizona general manager Mike Hazen maintained throughout the winter that a trade was unlikely and said last month that talks never got close to a deal.

Seattle Mariners News / Total Pro Sports / February 23

Seattle Mariners 2026 Projected Lineup: Batting Order, Rotation & More

The Seattle Mariners enjoyed a highly successful 2025 campaign, undoubtedly one of the most memorable in the history of the franchise. However, they are still pursuing the maiden World Series crown for their loyal fanbase.

Seattle Mariners News / Last Word On Sports / February 22

Mariners Players Looking to Bounce Back in 2026

The Mariners enter 2026 with one of their deepest rosters in recent memory. In all departments, they look like a squad poised to back up their best season of the century.

Seattle Mariners News / Minor League Baseball on SI / February 21

Mariners' No. 5 Prospect Opens Eyes With Power Display in Spring Training Debut

Many Seattle Mariners fans are likely eager to see how their favorite team will build on their 2025 campaign, in which they came one win away from representing the American League in the World Series.

Seattle Mariners News / Total Apex Sports / February 21

Can the Seattle Mariners Overcome Less Power and Still Win In 2026?

The Seattle Mariners are heading into Spring Training with a roster that looks oddly familiar—and that’s actually a good thing. After their deepest playoff run in franchise history last season, the M’s are bringing back most of the squad that got them there.