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Mariners pick up Andres Munoz contract, but declines 2 other options

On to the 2026-27 offseason! The Seattle Mariners are keeping closer Andrés Muñoz for another season but moving on from starting pitcher Bryce Miller and outfielder Victor Robles after declining their respective options, according to Bob Nightengale.

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Mariners Acquire Speedy Outfielder in Early Offseason Move

The Seattle Mariners added outfielder Grant McCray to their 40-man roster on Thursday after claiming him off waivers from the San Francisco Giants, according to announcements from both clubs and the MLB transaction log.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / October 29

Mariners reach decisions on trio of club options

With the Brewers wrapping up the World Series last night, the first day of Hot Stove season is upon us, and with it comes a bevy of decisions on options – player, club, and mutual – across the league.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'NLCS MVPs' quiz

The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz

The 'Platinum Glove winners since 2011' quiz

Grant McCray News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 29

Mariners Claim Grant McCray

The Mariners have claimed outfielder Grant McCray off waivers from the Giants, according to announcements from both clubs. The Mariners say their 40-man count is now at 35 though players on the 60-day injured list will need to be reinstated by Monday.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 29

Mariners Announce Three Option Decisions

The Mariners announced Thursday that they’ve exercised their $9MM club option on closer Andrés Muñoz. Seattle declined a $6.075MM club option on righty Bryce Miller and a $9MM club option on outfielder Victor Robles.

J.P. Crawford News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 29

J.P. Crawford’s Projected $20 Million Deal Creates a Mariners Reunion Dilemma

Two years and $20 million is enough to make the Mariners think about bringing J.P. Crawford back. But the next fair question would be about where he’d play.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 29

If the Mariners Want to Return to the Postseason, This Has to Change

The Mariners have spent years searching for an offensive identity. We should expect them to know how to fix a struggling hitter by now. As they prepare to hire a new manager, building a hitting program that delivers those answers has to be a top priority.

Randy Arozarena News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 28

Randy Arozarena’s Free Agency Could Leave the Mariners Chasing Their Own Offense

The Mariners have enough work to do at the plate without putting Randy Arozarena’s production on their list of offseason needs. Despite divided feelings about Arozarena, there’s a problem with letting him walk.

Seattle Mariners News / New Baseball Media / October 28

What the Mariners Should Target in the 2026-27 Offseason

Despite significant expectations, a Mariners team that has a win-now core did not make it back to the playoffs in 2026. Now, with one big piece going to free agency and potentially more changes on the horizon, Seattle will need to shore up the roster, aside from bringing in a new manager.

MLB News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 28

Mariners’ Offensive Failure Shows the Gap With World Series Teams Brewers and Rays

Watching the Brewers and Rays play for a championship, we can spare ourselves another round of wondering when the Seattle Mariners will finally catch a postseason break.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

MLB News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 27

Mariners’ Manager Choice Between Joe Espada and Jason Kanzler Puts Front Office on the Spot

So, it’s official. The Mariners have narrowed their manager search to two finalists with very different résumés. Now comes the part that should tell us something useful about the people making the hire.

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The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

The 'Fewest passing-yards in a win' quiz

The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 27

Mariners Need More Lineup Help to Make an Eugenio Suárez Reunion Worth the Risk

The Reds put Eugenio Suárez on waivers in August, watched him go unclaimed and still got to enjoy a few more baseballs launched into the seats. You think someone made him mad?

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 26

Rocco Baldelli’s Exit Leaves Jerry Dipoto With More to Prove in Mariners Manager Search

Jerry Dipoto’s next managerial hire needs to come with a convincing baseball argument. Not sure if Rocco Baldelli’s withdrawal makes that argument harder to sell.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 26

One Bold Mariners-Reds Trade for Elly De La Cruz That Actually Makes Sense

The Mariners should be willing to make a trade that hurts. Elly De La Cruz is definitely a guy worth having that conversation over. We can get attached to the ceilings of the Mariners young players.

Taylor Ward News / Just Baseball / October 26

Taylor Ward’s Mariners Stint Lost Him So Much Money

Just one year ago in 2025, Taylor Ward completed arguably the best season of his career. He mashed 31 doubles and 36 home runs while driving in 103 runs for the Los Angeles Angels.

Stephen Vogt News / Yardbarker / October 22

Guardians manager Stephen Vogt shuts down Mariners rumor with four words

It only took four words for Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt to shut down rumors of his departure from the American League Central champions.

Top candidates to replace Kurt Suzuki as Angels manager

Steven Kwan is being linked to two teams after Guardians' playoff exit

Brian Cashman announces a big update on his Yankees future

The impact Jake Bloss could have for the Blue Jays in 2027

'This is unprecedented': Dodgers provide Shohei Ohtani pitching update

Seattle Mariners News / Just Baseball / October 22

Why We Shouldn’t Be Worried About the Mariners

No matter how you slice it, the 2026 season was nothing but a disappointment for the Seattle Mariners. A year after winning the AL West, winning 90 games, and going to Game 7 of the ALCS, the Mariners fell flat on their face.

Miles Mastrobuoni News / Viral Sports News / October 16

Seattle Mariners Officially Cut Ties With 5-Year MLB Veteran

Seattle Mariners utility player Miles Mastrobuoni has elected free agency, via the MiLB transaction log. The move ends his tenure in the organization after two seasons and marks the formal conclusion of a year spent mostly in Triple-A following repeated roster decisions at the major-league level.

Seattle Mariners News / Baseball Now / October 14

Mariners Reportedly Meeting With Rival Manager

Coming off a disappointing 76-86 season and a third-place finish in the AL West, the Seattle Mariners are in the market for a new manager. After dismissing Dan Wilson from his managerial duties, the Mariners are looking for a new skipper this offseason.

Joe Espada News / Yardbarker / October 13

Mariners reportedly set to meet with Joe Espada regarding manager job

The Seattle Mariners' next manager could be a familiar face from the opposing dugout.

Three questions facing the Seattle Mariners this offseason

The 'Active 150-hit MLB seasons' quiz

Seattle Mariners News / Larry Brown Sports / October 13

Mariners may hire new manager away from division rival

The Seattle Mariners need a new manager, and they may take the unusual step of hiring one directly away from an AL West rival. The Mariners plan to meet with Houston Astros manager Joe Espada regarding their managerial vacancy, according to Mark Feinsand, Daniel Kramer, and Brian McTaggart of MLB.com.

Seattle Mariners News / Yardbarker / October 10

Three questions facing the Seattle Mariners this offseason

The Mariners are at a crossroads heading into the offseason.

Former MLB GM believes Braves should target Randy Arozarena

The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

Seattle Mariners News / Just Baseball / October 7

Seattle Mariners Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions

Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 6

Mariners announce surgeries for Cal Raleigh, Josh Naylor

The Mariners announced that catcher Cal Raleigh and Josh Naylor underwent surgical procedures on October 3. Both players are expected to be recovered before the start of spring training.

Dan Wilson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 28

Mariners move on from 4 more coaches after Dan Wilson decision

The Seattle Mariners missed the playoffs in 2026 despite making the ALCS a year ago, and they decided to relieve manager Dan Wilson of his duties after the final game of the regular season.