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The Seattle Mariners have built one of the best bullpens in baseball, whether by trade or by player development. Seattle has become known not only for their ability to identify talent but also to develop it — often seeing certain traits others may not see and moulding a player to fit the Seattle mould.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / February 23

Jerry Dipoto explains why the Mariners' top prospect is so special

For most teams, drafting a teenage prospect and fully developing them takes years of patience and diligince. It's typically a huge jump from the open ballparks of high school to the confines of a Major League stadium.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 2

Dipoto: Mariners Working On Another Addition

Mariners fans holding out hope for a reunion with Eugenio Suárez finally got resolution on that front yesterday when the slugger agreed to a return to a different one of his former home: Cincinnati.

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Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / February 1

Mariners President Jerry Dipoto addresses multiple topics at FanFest 2026

Of all the players and personalities that spoke at the Mariners FanFest, perhaps none was more anticipated than Jerry Dipoto. The team's top baseball executive conveyed a positive mentality heading into the upcoming season, to the delight of fans in attendance at the club's gathering at T-Mobile Park this weekend.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

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.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / December 31

Seattle Mariners team president Jerry DiPoto discusses Colt Emerson's outlook in 2026

Seattle Mariners infielder Colt Emerson is someone the fans in the Pacific Northwest have been patiently waiting for. They've seen what the scouts say, and they've seen the YouTube clips of Emerson hitting like crazy in the Minor Leagues.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / December 20

Justin Hollander and Jerry Dipoto have formed a Dynamic Duo in Mariners' front office

As the Mariners continue to shop the Hot Stove League for players who will eventually make up the 2026 roster, the franchise is in good hands with two of the better minds in the game today.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / December 15

If the Mariners trade for an infielder, it should be a great one

This is my case for the Seattle Mariners not to trade for Brendan Donovan. Earlier this month, Jerry Dipoto was honored with Baseball America’s 2025 Executive of the Year.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / November 20

Mariners Have Been in Touch With All-Star Second Baseman, Per GM

The Seattle Mariners just completed a very successful 2025 season and wasted no time getting to work this offseason. As the first big move of the winter, Seattle re-signed Josh Naylor to a five-year, $92.5 million contract.

Seattle Mariners News / Lookout Landing / November 13

Mariners Reacts: Winter Meetings Warm Up

The time is slowly approaching: the air gets cold, the lights go up, and families come together for this special time of year, winter meetings. While winter

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

MLB News / Lookout Landing / November 11

Guardians to hire Mariners assistant GM Andy McKay for field coordinator role

Per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Cleveland Guardians are hiring longtime Seattle Mariners front office member Andy McKay to be a field coordinator.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / October 29

Mariners Named Top Fit for Projected $160 Million Japanese Star

After narrowly missing the World Series in 2025, the Mariners enter this winter determined to take the next step. President of Baseball Operations Jerry Dipoto has made it clear the team intends to be aggressive, and adding an international superstar could be the move that puts Seattle back among the American League’s elite.

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Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 25

Mariners aiming for roughly $166M in 'starting Point”' payroll in 2026

The Mariners finished the 2025 season with a payroll within the range of around $165.2M (as per calculations from Cot’s Baseball Contracts) to $166.2M.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / October 25

Mariners' Jerry Dipoto Makes Painful George Springer Admission

The Seattle Mariners' Game 7 defeat against the Toronto Blue Jays was the kind of sports loss that can leave a sting behind for years to come. Leading

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 24

Mariners President Jerry DiPoto Says He's Still Agonizing Over Seattle's Elimination

After George Springer launched a legendary blast that helped the Toronto Blue Jays defeat the Mariners for the American League Championship, several different emotions were stirring in Seattle.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / October 24

Mariners Would Be Foolish To Let $10 Million All-Star Walk In Free Agency

The Seattle Mariners season recently came to an end with a 4-3 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 7 of the American League Championship Series. They remain the only franchise in Major League Baseball history to never reach the World Series.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 23

Jerry DiPoto backs Dan Wilson after brutal ALCS Game 7 loss

It is hard to understate the anguish the Seattle Mariners are feeling after losing the ALCS to the Toronto Blue Jays. That anguish was echoed by manager Dan Wilson, who called the loss “tough to swallow”.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / October 1

Mariners President Jerry Dipoto Discusses His Tenure with the Team

When Seattle President of Baseball Operations Jerry Dipoto joined the club, the Mariners had been mired in mediocrity. While the team always displayed great talent, their postseason hopes were often dashed.

Seattle Mariners News / Fastball on SI / September 7

Mariners' Jerry Dipoto Under Fire For Crippling Roster Mistake

The Seattle Mariners got off to a great start to the season, but they've completely fallen apart as of late. After holding a firm grasp on a wild card spot in the American League, the Mariners have slowly slipped up, and a lot of it can be attributed to all the players on the team who are slumping.

Seattle Mariners News / Seattle Mariners on SI / July 18

Seattle Mariners Exec Jerry Dipoto Discusses Team's Approach in Trade Market

The Seattle Mariners are set to begin the second half of the season in the first of a three-game series against the Houston Astros at 7:10 p.m. PT on Friday at T-Mobile Park.