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Emerson Hancock spent two seasons living as the Mariners’ emergency kit. He finally cracked that label in 2026. The Mariners should be careful about stuffing him back inside that box because one awkward play wrecked his September. Hancock has made 25 starts with a 3.57 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 126 strikeouts across 138 2/3 innings.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / September 11

Mariners News: Emerson Hancock, Josue De Paula, and the WPBL

Good morning, foLLks, and happy Friday! The Mariners wrapped up their penultimate homestand of the regular season with a 4-3 win over the Rangers, stunning Texas in the bottom of the seventh inning on the back of Julio Rodríguez’s go-ahead three-run homer.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / September 10

Emerson Hancock: throws bullpen Wednesday, hopes for return before end of season

The Mariners are hoping to get injured starter Emerson Hancock back this season, but it might not be in the role he’s played so far this year as one of the steadiest hands in a shaky rotation.

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Seattle Mariners News / ESPN / August 30

Mariners' Hancock to IL with strained left adductor

The Mariners placed right-hander Emerson Hancock on the 15-day injured list Sunday, retroactive to August 29, because of a strained left adductor.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

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Seattle Mariners News / Field Level Media / August 30

Mariners put RHP Emerson Hancock (adductor) on 15-day IL

The Seattle Mariners will be without right-handed starter Emerson Hancock for at least two weeks due to a left adductor strain. Hancock, 27, was placed on the 15-day injured list Sunday, retroactive to Saturday, interrupting a breakout season.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 30

Mariners Place Emerson Hancock On 15-Day IL With Adductor Strain

The Mariners are placing right-hander Emerson Hancock on the 15-day injured list, according to a team announcement. Hancock, whose placement is retroactive to August 29th, has a left adductor strain.

Seattle Mariners News / Athlon Sports / August 29

Mariners Get Emerson Hancock Update Ahead of Blue Jays Game

The Seattle Mariners received an encouraging update on Emerson Hancock after the right-hander left Friday’s loss to the Toronto Blue Jays dealing with a groin issue.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / August 28

Mariners Make Pitching Decision for Blue Jays Series

The Seattle Mariners have settled on their starting pitcher for Friday’s series opener against the Toronto Blue Jays, but they are keeping the rest of the weekend rotation under wraps.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

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MLB News / Seattle Mariners on SI / August 28

Mariners’ Emerson Hancock Gets His Shot to Outduel Blue Jays Ace Dylan Cease

Cease has spent the season giving opposing hitters very little room to breathe. He is simply dominant. His 8-5 record barely scratches the surface; over 144 1/3 innings, the righty has choked out lineups to the tune of a 2.37 ERA and 1.06 WHIP.

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Seattle Mariners News / Field Level Media / August 15

Emerson Hancock's strong start helps Mariners mash past Astros

Emerson Hancock matched his career high by working seven innings, and the Seattle Mariners rode a four-run second inning to a 10-5 victory over the host Houston Astros on Saturday.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / August 4

Keeping George Kirby and Emerson Hancock Closed Kade Anderson’s Path to the Mariners

The Mariners traded one starting pitcher at the deadline. Technically, they needed to trade two for Kade Anderson’s path to actually open. Sending Luis Castillo to the Chicago White Sox finally ended the Mariners six-man rotation dilemma.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 3

Mariners rumors: Will George Kirby, Emerson Hancock be traded at deadline after Luis Castillo?

The Seattle Mariners may not be done making headlines before the MLB trade deadline. After already trading veteran starter Luis Castillo and acquiring outfielder Taylor Ward, Seattle appears to be walking a fine line between buying for the present and reshaping its roster for the future.

Seattle Mariners News / Athlon Sports / August 2

Mariners Reportedly Open to Trading Another Starter Following Luis Castillo Trade

Despite trading Luis Castillo to the Chicago White Sox on Saturday, the Seattle Mariners may not be finished dealing from their starting rotation. According to The Seattle Times' Adam Jude, the Mariners remain open to engaging in another trade involving their rotation, notably George Kirby and Emerson Hancock.

Seattle Mariners News / Yardbarker / August 1

Mariners could make major changes ahead of trade deadline

Seattle Mariners president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto has never shied away from making any deal that he feels will improve the roster.

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 31

Why Would the Cubs Ever Pay This Absurd Price for Emerson Hancock?

If you're an above-average starting pitcher on the trade market, you've likely been connected to the Chicago Cubs over the last couple of weeks. The franchise has been hit harder than any by injuries this season, specifically to their pitching staff.

Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / July 31

Cubs’ Latest Trade Rumor Will Divide Chicago Fans

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the Chicago Cubs have emerged as one of the most aggressive buyers for starting pitching, and league executives believe they may have the clearest path to landing Seattle Mariners right-hander Emerson Hancock—if they’re willing to part with significant pieces of their current roster.

Seattle Mariners News / Lindy's Sports / July 30

Mariners Need to Trade Luis Castillo Ahead of Deadline

It's time for a blood sacrifice. If they want to make it to the MLB postseason, the Mariners need to trade RHP Luis Castillo. The rumors that Castillo or RHP Emerson Hancock will be dealt at the deadline are already swirling.

Seattle Mariners News / Yardbarker / July 28

Emerson Hancock emerges as top trade chip for Mariners ahead of deadline

The 27-year-old is having a breakout season with a 6-4 record and team-best 3.16 ERA with a 1.01 WHIP across 105.1 innings pitched.

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Seattle Mariners News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 24

Mariners rumors: What Seattle could be looking for in Emerson Hancock trade

The Seattle Mariners are likely going to buy ahead of the MLB trade deadline, but they still may be open to moving a couple of their big league starting pitchers.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / July 24

2 Potential Trade Partners for Mariners if They Move Emerson Hancock

The Seattle Mariners are reportedly looking to add a right-handed hitter to their lineup at the 2026 trade deadline. To do so, the team is expected to entertain offers for one of its starting pitchers who's produced solid numbers so far this year.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 23

Mariners Reportedly Willing To Trade Emerson Hancock

The Mariners are looking for more offense and are apparently willing to subtract from their rotation in order to do it. Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic report that the M’s are telling teams they are willing to trade right-hander Emerson Hancock.

Seattle Mariners News / Field Level Media / July 12

Mariners starter Emerson Hancock leaves with hand injury

Seattle Mariners right-hander Emerson Hancock left Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays in the second inning after suffering an injury to his pitching hand.

Seattle Mariners News / Field Level Media / July 5

Rotation in order, Mariners send Emerson Hancock to mound vs. Blue Jays

Had the Seattle Mariners stuck with their plan to piggyback their starting pitchers on Saturday, there might have been an uproar at T-Mobile Park. Logan Gilbert allowed one runner in 7 1/3 innings, and the Mariners hit three homers -- including a grand slam by All-Star Randy Arozarena -- in an 11-0 rout of the Toronto Blue Jays.

Seattle Mariners News / Yardbarker / June 9

Mariners SP Emerson Hancock is demonstrating why he's All-Star material

The Seattle Mariners own an elite and formidable starting rotation with the "Big Five," but their sixth man, Emerson Hancock is performing like an All-Star.

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Seattle Mariners News / Just Baseball / April 16

Emerson Hancock looks like Seattle Mariners' next young star pitcher

The Seattle Mariners have had a slew of arms come through their system and blossom over the past few seasons. It all started with Logan Gilbert in 2021, followed by George Kirby, Bryan Woo, and Bryce Miller, giving the Mariners one of the best rotations in baseball.