Jackson Roberts

Jackson Roberts

Joined: Aug 31, 2025

Jackson Roberts is a former Division III All-Region DH who now writes and talks about sports for a living. A Bay Area native and a graduate of Swarthmore College and the Newhouse School at Syracuse University, Jackson makes his home in North Jersey. He grew up rooting for the Red Sox, Patriots, and Warriors, and he recently added the Devils to his sports fandom mosaic.

Apr 11, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm (28) picks up his hat after chasing down a fly ball against the St. Louis Cardinals during the third inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Jun 11, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second base Ketel Marte (4) tosses the ball to first baseman as Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh (29) beats him in the third inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images

Sep 25, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners third baseman Eugenio Suarez (28) raises the trident to celebrate a victory against the Colorado Rockies at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Sep 23, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Brendan Donovan (33) celebrates his double against the San Francisco Giants during the fifth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

Oct 20, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Seattle Mariners third baseman Eugenio Suarez (28) hits a single against the Toronto Blue Jays in the second inning during game seven of the ALCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

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The Seattle Mariners traded for Eugenio Suárez and he struggled. Where does he now rank on a list of top free agents?

Mar 8, 2025; Mesa, Arizona, USA; Seattle Mariners infielder Colt Emerson (85) hits a home run in the top of the ninth during a spring training game against the Chicago Cubs at Sloan Park. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

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The Seattle Mariners have some interesting long-term decisions to make when building this year's roster.

Apr 27, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; A view of a Seattle Mariners hat and baseball glove during the game between the Texas Rangers and the Mariners at Globe Life Park in Arlington. The Mariners defeated the Rangers 3-1. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Should the Seattle Mariners try to broker a reunion with third baseman Eugenio Suárez?

Feb 20, 2025; Peoria, AZ, USA; Seattle Mariners infielder Colt Emerson poses for a portrait during media day at Peoria Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Could Colt Emerson make the Seattle Mariners' opening day roster? Here's what Jerry Dipoto had to say recently.

Sep 9, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox right fielder Rob Refsnyder (30) hits a two run home run against the Baltimore Orioles in the third inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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The Seattle Mariners need to pull off one more big move to complete an A-plus offseason.

Oct 9, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker (30) reacts after hitting a home run against the Milwaukee Brewers during the seventh inning for game four of the NLDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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The New York Mets and Athletics both served their interests in the Jeff McNeil trade. Here's what they can continue to do.

Sep 9, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Boston Red Sox designated hitter Rob Refsnyder (30) celebrates with third baseman Alex Bregman (2) after hitting a three run home run during the first inning against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

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The Seattle Mariners reportedly signed Rob Refsnyder in a shrewd move on Monday.

Apr 20, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; The helmet of St. Louis Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (not pictured) rests in the base path during the sixth inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Where do things stand with the Seattle Mariners and St. Louis Cardinals on a possible deal?

Mar 30, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; A detail view of a Baltimore Orioles batting helmet during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

The Tampa Bay Rays recently lost a catcher to the Baltimore Orioles organization.

Jun 21, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) holds his helmet after a strike against the San Francisco Giants during the fifth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

The San Diego Padres signed this ex-Seattle Mariners farmhand, continuing his journeyman trend.

Sep 25, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman (2) catches a fly ball hit Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Daulton Varsho (not pictured) during the second inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Where will Alex Bregman wind up? Here's a breakdown of his most probable landing spots.

Oct 13, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Seattle Mariners infielder Jorge Polanco (7) celebrates a three run home run with outfielder Randy Arozarena (56) in the fifth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays during game two of the ALCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

What could the Seattle Mariners do to boost the second-base position now that Jorge Polanco is gone?