Seattle Mariners: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Mariners’ 24-Hour Whiplash Over Cubs Free Agent Ian Happ Leaves Left Field in Limbo

It took less than a day for Ian Happ to go from making sense for the Mariners to needing a lot of explaining. On Nov. 11, MLB Network’s Jon Morosi reported from the GM Meetings that Seattle had interest in the former Cubs outfielder.

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Insider provides in-depth update on Randy Arozarena’s free agency

Randy Arozarena’s free agency has raised questions about how long a commitment the veteran outfielder could command following a productive season with the Seattle Mariners.

Gunnar Henderson News / Seattle Mariners on SI / November 12

How Much Pitching Can the Mariners Spare in a Gunnar Henderson Trade With the Orioles?

Trading Logan Gilbert for Gunnar Henderson solves one problem for Seattle and immediately creates another. That’s the part of this trade The Mariners would have to nail, because the fit on the dirt is an easy one.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / November 12

Seattle Mariners 40-Man Roster: Offseason Primer + 26-Man Projection

Hot stove season is hitting it’s stride, and November 17th is one of the relatively hotter days for said proverbial stove in the MLB off-season calendar.

Jacob Misiorowski News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NL Cy Young-winners' quiz

How many of the National League Cy Young Award winners since 1967 can you name in seven minutes?

The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz

The 'MLB wins-leaders since 2000' quiz

The 'All-Star Game starting pitchers' quiz

MLB News / Baseball Now / November 12

Mariners Reportedly Interested In Four-Time Gold Glover After Long Cubs Tenure

The Seattle Mariners are reportedly not expected to pursue a long-term deal with Randy Arozarena, and he could be headed elsewhere. Arozarena reportedly wants to sign on the East Coast and is looking for a deal that will surpass what the Mariners want to pay.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The offseason needs for every MLB team

Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / November 12

Mariners Eye Michael Arroyo for Left Field as Randy Arozarena Nears Free Agency

If Randy Arozarena declines his qualifying offer and signs elsewhere, which is what many expect, the Mariners are planning to give Michael Arroyo a real shot at some of the starts he’ll leave behind.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / November 11

Cole Young’s Gold Glove Raises One Question About Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s Fit With Mariners

Okay, hear us out. The Mariners should call Jazz Chisholm Jr. and ask him about playing third base. Cole Young just won an AL Gold Glove at second and hit 17 home runs.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / November 11

Mariners Are Expected to Pass on Teruaki Sato With No Clear Upgrade at Third Base

Sure, the Mariners can make a pretty good case for sitting out the Teruaki Sato bidding. But let’s hear them make one for who’s playing third base. The Seattle Times reports that the Mariners are expected to stay out of the bidding for the Hanshin Tigers slugger, who hit 39 home runs in 143 games this past season.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / November 11

Mariners News: J.P. Crawford, Will Venable, and Pat Murphy

Good morning friends, and Happy Veterans Day! Yesterday was very busy in the baseball world as the GM Meetings are starting to bear some fruit. Let’s get to all of that and more.

Seattle Mariners News / Yardbarker / November 11

Jerry Dipoto wants Mariners back in Asian player market

Jerry Dipoto wants back into the Asian baseball market.

Tigers' Kevin McGonigle, Reds' Sal Stewart named MLB rookies of the year

MLB insider on Braves potentially trading Ronald Acuña Jr.

4 things to listen for at the 2026 MLB GM meetings in Las Vegas

The '2025 MLB All-Star Starters' quiz

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / November 11

Mariners Could Skip a Randy Arozarena Deal Only to Pay Up for Seiya Suzuki

The Mariners are willing to put $23.15 million on the table for one more year of Randy Arozarena. The years after that are where Seattle draws the line.

J.P. Crawford News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 10

Mariners make final decision on JP Crawford amid free agency

The Seattle Mariners’ offseason plans have brought renewed attention to JP Crawford after the longtime shortstop completed his eighth season with the organization.

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The '35 passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz

The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz

The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 10

Mariners Interested In Seiya Suzuki, Not Likely To Re-Sign Randy Arozarena Or J.P. Crawford

The Mariners appear to be in the process of shuffling up their offense this winter. They’ve already informed longstanding shortstop and clubhouse leader J.P.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / November 10

Mariners’ Bullpen Search Should Target a Setup Man for Andrés Muñoz

Give Jason Kanzler a one-run lead in the seventh, two men on and the other team’s best hitter walking to the plate. Who does he call? After the bullpen churn in 2026, it has to be a name we can trust.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / November 10

Mariners Minor League Review: Tacoma Rainiers

Though the Mariners have rarely used the Triple-A level as a hotbed for their top prospects under the Dipoto regime, the Rainiers serve as a fascinating ground for the grinders on the fringes of big league rosters.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / November 10

Teruaki Sato Could Test How Far John Stanton Will Go to Fix the Mariners’ Infield

The Mariners spent $92.5 million to keep Josh Naylor at first base. By the time they paid Teruaki Sato and his old club, they could spend even more to bring his power to third.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / November 9

Jason Kanzler’s Four-Word Rule Targets a Habit That Cost the Mariners Games

By the time Eduard Bazardo realized Brett Bateman was coming home, Bateman was already sliding past him. Bazardo had the ball and was standing at the plate.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / November 9

Mariners look forward and back in current coaching staff hires

The Mariners made the hires of bench coach Tanner Swanson and hitting coach CJ Gillman official today, continuing a theme that started when the hiring of manager Jason Kanzler was officially announced last week: the youth movement is coming back to Seattle.

Seattle Mariners News / EssentiallySports / November 9

Mariners President Hints at Seattle Looking to Add Veteran Player, Hopefully Reuniting Teammates

To amend their downfall (76-86) this season, the Seattle Mariners first fired manager Dan Wilson and replaced him with Jason Kanzler. Now they want to bring back a familiar face in 2027 to add veteran presence to their roster.

Seattle Mariners News / EssentiallySports / November 9

Seattle Mariners President Gives Honest Opinion on Hiring Jason Kanzler as GM

The Seattle Mariners went from a Game 7 run in the 2025 American League Championship Series to a 76-86 finish this year. The team collectively batted .233 with a .693 OPS, ranking below the bottom five teams in the league.

Seattle Mariners News / EssentiallySports / November 6

'Has Never Managed at Any Level': Ken Rosenthal Flags the Risk Mariners Are Taking With Jason Kanzler

Jerry Dipoto’s knack for appointing inexperienced managers brought Jason Kanzler to the Seattle Mariners. At 36, Kanzler had no playing experience in the big leagues, nor had he ever managed a team.