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Cal Raleigh Turns Reds’ Disrespect Into a Huge Statement for the Mariners

The Cincinnati Reds chose Cal Raleigh, and they had to accept whatever was going to happen next. That was their mistake. The Mariners had a runner on second and third with one out in the seventh inning on July 20.

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Mariners Get Encouraging Brendan Donovan Update Before Reds Game

The Seattle Mariners received an encouraging injury update before Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds as Brendan Donovan continued progressing toward his return.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / July 21

Save the Date! Join us for the fifth annual Tim Cantu MemoriaLL SoftbaLL game on September 20

It’s mid-summer and you’re leaving a gathering with friends to put your 5-year-old to bed. The temperature and weather is perfect in North Seattle and the sun is just barely threatening to begin setting.

Gabe Speier News / Lookout Landing / July 21

Gabe Speier is back, but not better than ever. Yet.

After struggling through April, Gabe Speier took a trip to the Injured List to let a little inflammation in his shoulder subside. What’s happened since then is a puzzle: His stuff looks better than ever, but while his ERA is a gorgeous 2.05, his xERA, FIP, and SIERA are at all-time highs for his Mariners career.

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The 'Active 20-HR season leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players with at least five 20-home run seasons in their career can you name in six minutes?

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Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / July 21

Mariners News: Cal Raleigh, J.P. Crawford, and Julio Rodriguez

Good morning! A very fun win last night moved the Mariners back into first place in the AL West as they toppled the Cincinnati Reds 8-0. A four-hit night from Victor Robles, six shutout innings from George Kirby, an incredible Cal Raleigh grand slam, and a little chaos ball sprinkled in were all responsible for Monday’s good vibes.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Cal Raleigh News / Field Level Media / July 21

After Cal Raleigh's heroics, Mariners vie for series win vs. Reds

Cal Raleigh had no trouble with the slurve. After the Cincinnati Reds intentionally walked the bases loaded to get to Raleigh, last year's home-run champ

Cal Raleigh News / ESPN / July 21

Reds' plan backfires as Mariners' Raleigh hits sla...

The Reds decided to load the bases to face struggling Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, who hit a grand slam on the first pitch on the way to an 8-0 win Monday.

Julio Rodriguez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

Mariners star Julio Rodriguez’ injury scare gets crucial update after Giants clash

The Seattle Mariners received an encouraging update on Julio Rodriguez after their star center fielder exited Monday night’s 8-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.

MLB News / Lookout Landing / July 21

Mariners come to life, crush Reds 8-0

The Mariners kept ‘00s weekend running with a Monday dismantling of the Reds re-enacting Evanescence’s 2003 three debut single “Bring Me To Life.” This season fans have bemoaned lifeless at-bats and flat outings, begging the team that electrified the city last summer to show some semblance of their former selves.

Seattle Mariners News / Field Level Media / July 21

Cal Raleigh's grand slam more than enough for Mariners vs. Reds

Cal Raleigh hit a grand slam and George Kirby pitched six scoreless innings as the Seattle Mariners defeated the visiting Cincinnati Reds 8-0 Monday night in the opener of a three-game interleague series.

Julio Rodriguez News / Field Level Media / July 21

Mariners CF Julio Rodriguez exits vs. Reds after run-scoring single

Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez left Monday's game after five innings against visiting Cincinnati after appearing to get hit in the left hamstring by a throw from Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Jerry Dipoto News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 20

Jerry Dipoto Just Admitted the Mariners’ Roster May Be Too Rigid to Improve

The Mariners need more offense. We know it. Jerry Dipoto knows it. And anyone who has watched the Mariners stumble through the first half of the 2026 season knows it.

MLB News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 20

Mariners Probable Starters and Pitching Matchups vs. Reds, July 20–22

The Mariners opened the second half of the 2026 season by taking care of business. They won two out three against the San Francisco Giants at home, survived another clunky offensive weekend and reached the 100-game mark with a 50-50 record.

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The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL passers' quiz

The '2K-yard NFL rushers' quiz

The 'FIFA World Cup champions' quiz

The 'Rushing TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

Felnin Celesten News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 20

Felnin Celesten’s Promotion May Change Which Mariners Prospect Becomes Trade Bait

Felnin Celesten’s promotion to Double-A Arkansas might just change the Mariners’ trade deadline conversation. But not in the most obvious way. Celesten isn’t necessarily the M’s shiniest trade chip.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 19

On deck: Big week for Phillies, Mariners plus Orioles-Red Sox holds intrigue

The first full week of play after Major League Baseball's All-Star Game offers plenty of intrigue and potentially even a preview of a postseason matchup.

Shota Imanaga is driving Cubs' momentum in NL wild-card race

Orioles, RHP Kyle Bradish agree to five-year contract extension

Orioles complete sweep of Astros for seventh straight win

Luke Raley comes through in pinch, helps Mariners beat Giants

Yankees expected to use former top prospects as trade assets

Seattle Mariners News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18

Mariners get huge Julio Rodriguez boost with latest roster move

The Seattle Mariners reinstated star outfielder Julio Rodriguez from the seven-day injured list Saturday after he recovered from a concussion. The return of Rodriguez provides an immediate boost for a club fighting to stay within reach of first place in the American League West.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 18

Mariners Activate Julio Rodriguez, Designate Miles Mastrobuoni

The Mariners announced that outfielder Julio Rodriguez has been activated from the seven-day concussion injured list. Utilityman Miles Mastrobuoni was designated for assignment in the corresponding move, which both opens up a 26-man roster spot for Rodriguez and leaves Seattle with 39 players on its 40-man roster.

Luis Castillo News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17

Mariners rumors: The obstacles standing in way of Luis Castillo trade

The Seattle Mariners were expected to be a World Series contender before the season. It seemed as if the ball club was going to run away with the American League West.

Seattle Mariners News / Inside The Diamonds / July 13

Seattle Mariners Sign First-Round Pick

The Seattle Mariners drafted third baseman Ace Reese with the 24th overall pick in Saturday’s draft. Today, they signed him for $3.5 million. The 24th overall pick has a $3,818,700 slot value.

Seattle Mariners News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Mariners Injury Updates: When Will Julio Rodriguez, Brendan Donovan Return?

The Seattle Mariners remain optimistic about the recoveries of Julio Rodriguez and Brendan Donovan, though neither player is expected back immediately after the All-Star break. Manager Dan Wilson said Rodriguez continues progressing through concussion protocol in Seattle, while Donovan is still working toward the start of a rehab assignment.

Seattle Mariners News / 5 GOATs / July 12

Seattle Mariners select Tennessee 3B Henry Ford in 2026 MLB Draft

Tennessee third baseman Henry Ford was selected by the Mariners with the No. 191 overall pick in the sixth round of the 2026 MLB Draft. After spending his first two collegiate seasons at Virginia, Ford transferred to the University of Tennessee for his junior campaign.

Brendan Donovan News / Athlon Sports / July 8

Mariners Receive Brendan Donovan News After 44 Straight Missed Games

The Seattle Mariners have stumbled so far in the 2026 MLB season. Heading into play Wednesday they are 47-45, good enough for first place in a weak American League West.

Cal Raleigh News / Yardbarker / July 4

Big Dumper to Big Slumper: Is Mariners' Cal Raleigh a one-hit wonder?

Widely known as the ''Big Dumper'' who crushed a career-high 60 home runs and was the 2025 Home Run Derby champion, Cal Raleigh has significantly underperformed this season. Is he a one-hit wonder?

Comparing the struggles of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Cal Raleigh in 2026

Five MLB players in the AL who deserve contract extensions

Dodgers hit with alarming Shohei Ohtani prediction

Mets' Steve Cohen makes big admission, promise amid woeful season

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3

Mariners' Randy Arozarena had the worst ABS challenge game of the season

Seattle Mariners outfielder Randy Arozarena did not have a very productive first at-bat on Friday night against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Cubs on wrong side of history after blowout loss to Cardinals

Blue Jays' Kazuma Okamoto earns June AL Rookie of the Month award

Why Spencer Miles fits the Blue Jays' 2027 rotation picture

Five MLB players in the AL who deserve contract extensions

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 3

Mariners Place Julio Rodríguez On Concussion IL

The Mariners announced that outfielder Julio Rodríguez has been placed on the seven-day concussion injured list. Infielder/outfielder Miles Mastrobuoni has been selected to take his place on the roster.