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MLB News / Fastball on SI / December 18
Mariners Lose 27-Year-Old Free Agent Backstop To Padres
Catching depth matters a lot in Major League Baseball, even to the team with the best backstop in the game. Following Cal Raleigh's incredible season that saw him earn a second-place nod in Most Valuable Player voting, the Seattle Mariners have had a surprising amount of offseason transactions centered around the catching position.
Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / December 18
AL East Team Targeted Mariners Postseason Hero Before Departure
The Seattle Mariners recently lost Jorge Polanco in free agency to the New York Mets. The 32-year-old signed a two-year, $40 million contract to replace Pete Alonso at first base.
Cal Raleigh News / Seattle Mariners on SI / December 18
What should the Mariners & Fans realistically expect from Cal Raleigh in 2026?
AL MVP runner-up Cal Raleigh had one of the most impressive career years in baseball history in 2025, crushing 60 long balls and setting the single-season home run ewxord for both a catcher and a switch hitter.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / December 18
Mariners Could Be Out After New Update on Japanese Slugger
The Seattle Mariners have been relatively quiet since re-signing Josh Naylor back in November. Unfortunately, they have some holes to fill, as Jorge Polanco left in free agency for the New York Mets.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / December 18
MLB Insider discusses where the Mariners could be headed now in the off-season
With the free agent departure of second baseman Jorge Polanco, trade talk has been swirling around Seattle regarding the Cardinals' Brendan Donovan as a trade target of the Mariners.
Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / December 17
Unexpected AL West Rival Could Poach Mariners’ 2-Time All-Star
The Seattle Mariners had a strong 2025 season, coming within one win of their first World Series appearance in franchise history. They managed to keep Josh Naylor around, but lost Jorge Polanco in free agency.
Gregory Santos News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 17
Giants, Gregory Santos Agree To Minor League Deal
The Giants have agreed to a minor league deal with right-handed reliever Gregory Santos, as first reported by Mike Rodriguez. He’ll be in major league camp as a non-roster invitee next spring.
Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / December 17
Mariners provide holiday help to Seattle's less fortunate citizens
The Seattle Mariners Ownership Group announced Tuesday that it will match donations made to Home Team Harvest through the end of the year. Every donation made up to $100,000 will be matched as Northwest Harvest works towards raising $5 million to feed our community.
Andrew Knizner News / Seattle Mariners on SI / December 17
After finally signing with the Mariners, Andrew Knizner is in the fold for 2026
Over the weekend, multiple reports began surfacing that free agent catcher Andrew Knizner had signed a free agent deal with the Seattle Mariners. But a few days later, no official announcement had been made by the player or the club.
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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 16
Mariners give Cal Raleigh a backup by signing ex-Cardinals catcher
The Seattle Mariners signed catcher Andrew Knizner to a one-year MLB contract, the team announced in a press release on Tuesday. The Knizner signing brings the Mariners’ 40-man roster to 39 total players at the moment.
Seattle Mariners News / Last Word On Sports / December 16
Mariners Options at Third Base: Solutions at the Hot Corner
The Seattle Mariners ended the season with one of the deepest rosters they have ever put together, finishing agonizingly short of a maiden World Series.
Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / December 16
Mariners Finalize Signing That Boosts Catching Depth
The Seattle Mariners have some important decisions to make about the future of their roster. They were able to keep Josh Naylor around, but Jorge Polanco departed for the New York Mets in free agency.
MLB News / Fastball on SI / December 16
Mariners Lose 26-Year-Old Pitcher To Giants In Free Agency
The Seattle Mariners' bullpen was generally quite good this season, but not everyone who threw innings lived up to that identity. One pitcher who was a disappointment, because he'd had success for the Mariners in the past, was right-hander Gregory Santos.
MLB News / Fastball on SI / December 16
Mariners' Disappointing Trade Acquisition Reportedly Signing With Reds
Contending teams are wise to take some swings at the trade deadline every year, and that doesn't mean they all have to hit. The Seattle Mariners made some excellent trades this year, most notably the deal that landed Josh Naylor, their new long-term starting first baseman, from the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Caleb Ferguson News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 16
Reds to sign Caleb Ferguson
The Reds are reportedly in agreement with reliever Caleb Ferguson.
Andrew Knizner News / Field Level Media / December 16
Mariners sign C Andrew Knizner to 1-year contract
The Seattle Mariners found their backup to American League MVP runner-up Cal Raleigh, signing veteran catcher Andrew Knizner to a one-year contract on Tuesday.
Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / December 16
Mariners' wild ride could become a crash landing, based on how off-season progresses
As the off-season has moved forward, the Seattle Mariners have gone from a fiery start to somewhat of a lull, after losing a key free agent. While certainly not in panic mode, the team was dealt a solid blow when second baseman Jorge Polanco departed for a big two-year deal with the New York Mets.
Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / December 16
Mariners Continue To Pursue Reunion With 3-Time All-Star, Per Report
The Seattle Mariners have some work to do after losing Jorge Polanco in free agency to the New York Mets. They managed to keep Josh Naylor around, but they need a little bit of help offensively.
Brendan Donovan News / Total Apex Sports / December 15
Why Brendan Donovan is the Missing Piece for the Seattle Mariners
The Seattle Mariners have a clear objective this offseason: fix the offense. While the pitching staff remains one of the deepest and most talented groups in baseball, the lineup has consistently struggled to provide enough run support.
Seattle Mariners News / Last Word On Sports / December 13
Ford vs. Ferrer: What the Trade Reveals About the Mariners’ Priorities
During the first day of the MLB Winter Meetings, Jerry Dipoto, the Seattle Mariners President of Baseball Operations, said, “We feel like we got the No.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 13
Jorge Polanco signing shows New York Mets' desperation
The Mets believe that they have found their answer at first base.
Seattle Mariners News / Last Word On Sports / December 11
Three Landing Spots for Jorge Polanco
Jorge Polanco is not the star he was during his peak years with the Minnesota Twins, but he remains a strong complementary piece — especially for clubs seeking switch-hitting stability and a veteran presence, as he did for the Seattle Mariners in 2025.
Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 10
Mariners' plans for third base help revealed
After re-signing Josh Naylor, the next step on the Seattle Mariners’ to-do list is a reunion with Jorge Polanco, with the intent of utilizing the veteran infielder as a second baseman and part-time DH.
Eugenio Suarez News / Yardbarker / December 9
Eugenio Suarez would be a fine consolation prize for Red Sox despite red flags
The Boston Red Sox have a significant hole in the lineup at third base.
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