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Is the Cardinals' Brendan Donovan now a 'must-have' for the Mariners?

Jorge Polanco is gone, Eugenio Suarez is likely next, and they're searching for solutions in Seattle. The Mariners (90-72, 1st in AL West in 2025) look

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Seattle shortstop JP Crawford is a leader on the field and in the community

When most fans think of the Seattle Mariners, they picture players like Cal Raleigh and Julio Rodriguez. However, the guys who get all the headlines would even tell you that the team's most underrated leader is veteran shortstop JP Crawford.

Julio Rodriguez News / Athlon Sports / January 4

Julio Rodriguez Sends Message to Mariners Teammate After MLB's Announcement

The Seattle Mariners are heading into the 2026 MLB season fresh off a deep playoff run that ended just one win shy of the franchise’s first-ever World Series appearance.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / January 4

Former 3-Year Mariners Hurler Announces Signing With Rival Angels

Now that the Seattle Mariners are American League West champions, their division rivals will try anything to take them down. In the case of the Los Angeles Angels, that evidently meant bringing in a former Mariners reliever to see what he's still got after a brutal year that saw him get non-tendered in November.

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The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?

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Tayler Saucedo News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 4

Angels To Sign Tayler Saucedo

The Angels are signing left-hander Tayler Saucedo, as Saucedo himself indicated recently on his personal Instagram account. The exact details of Saucedo’s contract aren’t yet known, but it’s likely to be a minor league deal with an invite to big league Spring Training.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

MLB News / Inside The Rink / January 4

ECHL Series Recap: Adirondack Thunder vs Maine Mariners | 01/02-01/03/2025

The Adirondack Thunder have their eyes set on second place in the North Division as they swept the two-game series in Maine and now have a season-high five-game winning streak.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 3

Mariners miss out on international free agent Kazuma Okamoto

A recurring theme has struck again, as the Seattle Mariners have missed out on another infield free agent. Kazuma Okamoto, who has been on the M's radar this off-season, has reportedly signed with the Toronto Blue Jays, just one day before his posting period was set to expire.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 3

Have the Seattle Mariners been too patient this off-season?

The Mariners' offseason has drawn some criticism within their fan base and even around Major League Baseball for the lack of progress being made this offseason.

MLB News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 3

Mariners hire former Red Sox exec, Hawaii native for Senior Business Strategy position

The Seattle Mariners announced on Friday that they've made a new addition to their management team. Hailing from the 50th state, Hawaii native Kurt Zwald has been named the franchise's new senior director of business strategy and analytics.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / January 3

Mariners Connected To 29-Year-Old Slugger As Deadline Nears

The Seattle Mariners have already made one splash in the infield this offseason. Could another be on the way in the near future? Seattle re-signed Josh Naylor early on in free agency and now appears to be set at first base for the foreseeable future.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 3

Mariners Involved In Kazuma Okamoto’s Market

Kazuma Okamoto’s posting window closes at 4pm CT on Sunday, and there isn’t yet any sense where the Japanese star might sign even as his deadline nears.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 2

The Mariners are running out of time to sign Japanese free agent Kazuma Okamoto

The Major League Baseball offseason has been filled with talented stars from Japan's Nippon Baseball League who have tested the Major League Baseball free agent waters.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 2

ESPN MLB Insider says that the Mariners offseason options are becoming limited now

After inking a five-year contract worth $92 million with Josh Naylor at the start of the free agency period, the Seattle Mariners felt good about where things were headed.

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MLB News / Fastball on SI / January 2

Mariners Predicted To Lose Veteran Slugger To Pirates In Free Agency

The Seattle Mariners made a few big moves at the trade deadline to boost their roster and chase a World Series title. They added Josh Naylor and Eugenio Suárez in a pair of trades with the Arizona Diamondbacks, but both players entered free agency at the end of the season.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / January 2

Mariners Linked To Potential Trade For Cardinals All-Star

The Seattle Mariners have had an interesting offseason thus far. After losing the ALCS to the Toronto Blue Jays, they managed to keep Josh Naylor on a five-year deal, but lost Jorge Polanco to the New York Mets.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / January 2

Insider's Prediction Shows Sky-High Mariners Perception Around MLB

The vibes are high around the Seattle Mariners. Seattle had a phenomenal 2025 season and won its first American League West title since 2001. The Mariners finished the campaign with a 90-72 record and are positioned to be even better in 2025.

MLB News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 2

MLB writer suggests Phillies infielder would be a great fit for the Mariners

With what appears to be the inevitable exit of free agent third baseman Eugenio Suarez, the Seattle Mariners are now shifting their focus to other options.

Dan Wilson News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 1

After a great 2025, Dan Wilson is patiently waiting to hand Seattle its first World Series

Seattle Mariners manager Dan Wilson has been pretty quiet this offseason, but it hasn't been because he's somewhere on a long fishing trip or an extended vacation to Europe.

Randy Arozarena News / Athlon Sports / January 1

Mariners' Randy Arozarena Makes Career Announcement on Thursday

The Seattle Mariners’ future looks bright after their deep postseason run in 2025, where they came just one win short of reaching the World Series. Among the team’s many talented players, outfielder Randy Arozarena continues to stand out.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 1

What will Mariners 2025 first-round pick Kade Anderson's blueprint be for this year?

As many of the Seattle Mariners' top prospects are preparing to make the jump to the Majors in 2026, the youngest pup in the litter may not be far behind them.

Luke Raley News / Lookout Landing / January 1

40 in 40: Luke Raley, Bunting About Architecture

Luke Raley’s alma mater is Lake Erie College in Painesville, Ohio. Founded in 1856 as a female seminary, the school initially aimed to educate the gentler sex in the domestic arts and etiquette, but gradually became a cradle of the suffragist movement, hosting speakers like Jane Addams and Susan B.

Julio Rodriguez News / Seattle Mariners on SI / January 1

As an early bloomer himself, Julio Rodriguez can serve as mentor to Mariners' prodigies

Let's face it, Seattle hit the jackpot when thy discovered young Julio Rodriguez. After being signed as a teenager, he cruised through the ranks of the minors, eventually making his debut at the tender age of 21.

Seattle Mariners News / Last Word On Sports / December 30

Five Mariners Trade Candidates Before the 2026 Season

While the Seattle Mariners’ offseason has been quiet on the surface, the front office remains active behind the scenes. If Seattle is serious about upgrading the roster for 2026, it will almost certainly come at the cost of current roster pieces and high-end prospects.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 29

Mariners Reluctant To Deal From Major League Roster

The Mariners are still hoping to make at least one more notable splash between now and Opening Day, but Ryan Divish of the Seattle Times suggests that they’re reluctant to deal anyone from their big league roster to make it happen.