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Rick Rizzs, iconic voice of the Mariners, announces he will retire after 2026 season

Seattle Mariners longtime play-by-play commentator Rick Rizzs announced on Tuesday that the upcoming season will be his final one behind the microphone.

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From Afterthought to Ace: Bryan Woo's amazing journey in baseball

In 2025, Seattle Mariners pitcher Bryan Woo took a big step forward in terms of his staturein Major League Baseball. Registering a career-high 15 wins and finishing among the finalists for the AL Cy Young Award, the 25-year-old California Kid has fans in the Pacific Northwest buzzing about what the future may hold for both him and the team.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / January 28

Rick Rizzs: A legacy of service

The longest-tenured voice of Seattle Mariners baseball almost wasn’t. In 1983, Rick Rizzs was serving as the play-by-play announcer for the Columbus Clippers, at the time the Yankees’ Triple-A team.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 28

Mariners Outright Jhonathan Díaz

The Mariners announced that left-hander Jhonathan Díaz has been outrighted to Triple-A Tacoma, indicating that he cleared waivers. He had been designated for assignment last week when Seattle acquired Cooper Criswell from the Mets.

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Cal Raleigh News / Athlon Sports / January 28

Mariners' Cal Raleigh Sends Message After Retirement News

The Seattle Mariners have a bright future as an organization, due in large part to how catcher Cal Raleigh has emerged as a legitimate American League MVP candidate.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Logan Gilbert News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 28

Logan Gilbert says 5 Mariners pitchers could get ‘Cy Young looks’

The Seattle Mariners were one game away from competing for their first ever World Series title. But with the starting rotation Seattle assembled, the Mariners aren’t expecting to be out of contention anytime soon.

Yosver Zulueta News / Lookout Landing / January 28

40 in 40: Yosver Zulueta looks for the light

Spring training: when the sunlight is bright and falls upon certain players more than others. A new pitch, a new swing, or a fresh face can all capture the attention of fans and writers alike eager to emerge from the cold tyranny of a baseball-less winter.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 28

Seattle Mariners designate veteran relief pitcher for assignment

The Seattle Mariners have somewhat surprisingly designated reliever Jackson Kowar for assignment on Tuesday. The move was made to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for newly-acquired catcher Jhonny Peredes.

Jhonny Pereda News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 28

Seattle Mariners trade for Jhonny Pereda to add to their catching depth

The Seattle Mariners have acquired 29-year-old catcher Jhonny Pereda from the Minnesota Twins for cash considerations. The veteran is expected to provide depth behind the dish at the minor league level, with an opportunity to contribute to the big club in 2026.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / January 28

Eugenio Suárez’s Potential Impact on AL West Race in 2026

Eugenio Suarez is one of the top remaining free agents still available after a strong 2025 season. He hit 49 home runs with the Arizona Diamondbacks and Seattle Mariners, and even helped Seattle get to the ALCS for the first time since 2001.

Eugenio Suarez News / Total Pro Sports / January 28

MLB Insider Shares Latest Intel On Eugenio Suarez-Mariners Situation

Eugenio Suarez is probably the biggest free agent slugger available in the free agent market right now. Suarez is waiting for a team, and rumors are suggesting the Pittsburgh Pirates and Boston Red Sox as the front-runners.

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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.

Miguel Andujar News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 27

Should the Seattle Mariners target free agent Miguel Andujar?

In what has been an ongoing saga during this offseason, the Seattle Mariners continue their search for at least one more veteran bat for their infield.

Eugenio Suarez News / Larry Brown Sports / January 28

Eugenio Suarez linked to 3 teams in MLB free agency

The MLB free agency period has started to cool down ever since Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette signed their new deals. However, one big bat available is third baseman Eugenio Suarez.

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Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 27

Mariners Designate Jackson Kowar For Assignment

The Mariners announced they’ve designated reliever Jackson Kowar for assignment. That opens a 40-man roster spot for catcher Jhonny Pereda, whom they acquired from the Twins in exchange for cash considerations.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / January 27

Rick Rizzs, the Voice of the Mariners, will retire after the 2026 season

Rick Rizzs has announced through the Seattle Mariners that the 2026 season will be his final one as the radio voice of baseball in the Pacific Northwest, retiring following this year’s campaign.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / January 26

Surprise Free Agent Fit Would Land Former Mariners Slugger With Phillies

The Seattle Mariners have been quiet for about a month as spring training approaches. The only big move they made was keeping Josh Naylor around for another five years, but they were unable to bring back Jorge Polanco.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / January 26

Mariners Prospect Retires From Pro Ball at Age 25

The Seattle Mariners can cross one name off their minor-league depth chart as they prepare to begin a new season. Outfielder Carson Jones was the Mariners' 15th-round pick in the 2023 draft out of Virginia Tech.

Ben Williamson News / Lookout Landing / January 26

40 in 40: Ben Williamson got better results as the season progressed—but did he actually get better?

Ben Williamson doesn’t rush; he just moves quickly. The defensive standout’s quick feet and steady hands earned him a promotion to MLB after just 689 plate appearances in the minors, despite his college career coming in the decidedly mid CAA.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / January 26

Mariners Lose Backstop to Astros in Free Agency After 8-Year Stint

The Seattle Mariners and Houston Astros are beginning to form a fierce rivalry at the major league level. After seizing control of the American League West in 2025, the Mariners are looking to put their foot on the gas pedal and claim the division as their own for the long haul.

Cal Raleigh News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 23

Analyst calls out Mariners star Cal Raleigh’s placement in top player rankings

With the Seattle Mariners preparing for Spring Training, the team is looking for another season of greatness from catcher Cal Raleigh, who is coming off a historic season.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 23

Samad Taylor Elects Free Agency

The Mariners announced that infielder/outfielder Samad Taylor has cleared outright waivers and elected free agency. He was designated for assignment last week when Seattle acquired right-hander Yosver Zulueta.

Julio Rodriguez News / Athlon Sports / January 22

MLB Makes Julio Rodriguez Announcement

The Seattle Mariners took a major step forward as a franchise in 2025, coming just one win short of their first-ever World Series appearance. Although the season ended in heartbreak, optimism remains high in Seattle, with the club’s core locked into team-friendly deals that provide stability for years to come.