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Sep 8, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Minnesota Twins manager Rocco Baldelli (5) walks back to the dugout during a pitching change in the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Rocco Baldelli, Brandon Hyde and David Ross have emerged as possible Mariners candidates, giving Seattle three experienced résumés to examine.

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Rocco Baldelli, Brandon Hyde and David Ross have emerged as possible Mariners candidates, giving Seattle three experienced résumés to examine.

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Sep 13, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Seattle Mariners second baseman Michael Arroyo (96) warms up before the start of a game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images

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These four Mariners prospects could claim major 2027 roles, but each faces a clear obstacle before becoming part of Seattle’s young core.

Aug 9, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins second baseman Xavier Edwards (9) throws to first base to retire Los Angeles Angels right fielder Josh Lowe (not pictured) during the fourth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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The Mariners have the prospect capital to make a major trade, but that does not mean every intriguing name belongs on their offseason board.

May 8, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies manager Don Mattingly returns to the dugout against the Colorado Rockies in the fourth inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

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Don Mattingly’s Phillies contract removes a recognizable name from the market and sharpens the Mariners’ search for real change.

Sep 5, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners second baseman Cole Young (2) fields a ground ball against the Athletics during the first inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

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Gold Glove voters can debate the trophy. Seattle should stop debating the job.

Sep 13, 2026; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Houston Astros manager Joe Espada (19) looks on from the dugout during the fourth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

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The Mariners will interview Joe Espada after the Astros declined to renew him. Seattle should make his coaching-staff plan the center of that conversation.

Sep 27, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners starter Logan Gilbert (36) delivers a pitch against the Los Angeles Angels at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

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Seattle needs offense, and Logan Gilbert may be the trade piece capable of bringing a controllable impact hitter back to the Mariners.

Aug 22, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners left fielder Randy Arozarena (56) reacts following the final out of the third inning against the Chicago Cubs at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

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Randy Arozarena could command $100 million in free agency, leaving the Mariners with an expensive choice and no easy replacement.

Sep 30, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros manager Joe Espada (21) looks on in the first inning against the Chicago White Sox during game two of the Wildcard round for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Joe Espada has spent years studying the Mariners from Houston’s dugout. Now Seattle wants to know whether he can fix what he saw.

May 1, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners Rob Refsnyder (30) and center fielder Julio Rodr’guez (44) celebrate after Rodr’guez hit a 2-run home run against the Kansas City Royals during the first inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

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Rob Refsnyder’s failed season exposed a familiar Mariners problem. Seattle must pursue real offensive impact through free agency or a major trade.

Sep 11, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Seattle Mariners left fielder Randy Arozarena (56) examines his bat during batting practice before the start of a game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images

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The Mariners cannot treat a potential Randy Arozarena draft pick as his replacement. It should help them pursue a proven hitter instead.

Sep 18, 2026; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres relief pitcher Adrian Morejon (50) throws a pitch during the eighth inning against the Miami Marlins at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images

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Adrián Morejón could give the Mariners a high-leverage fireman, protect Andrés Muñoz and add stability to an injury-tested bullpen.

Sep 13, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Seattle Mariners left fielder Randy Arozarena (56) celebrates with Lazaro Montes (99) in the dugout after hitting a solo home run against Athletics pitcher Hogan Harris (not pictured) during the eighth inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images

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The Mariners’ clearest path to a successful offseason begins with a right-handed power bat for the corner outfield.

Oct 7, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Trent Grisham (12) reacts after striking out during the seventh inning against the Tampa Bay Rays in game three of the ALDS for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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Trent Grisham makes sense as outfield insurance for the Mariners. He makes much less sense as the answer to their biggest offensive weakness.

Sep 26, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners starter Kade Anderson (13) delivers a pitch during the third inning against the Los Angeles Angels at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

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Who will make the Mariners’ 2027 starting rotation? Here is our current projection, including Kade Anderson, Bryce Miller and Emerson Hancock.

Sep 27, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners catcher Jhonny Pereda (5) adjusts his batting helmet during a game against the Los Angeles Angels at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

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More rest and a seven-game ALDS could help the Mariners, but MLB wants major economic concessions from players in return.

Sep 27, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners outfielder Lazaro Montes (99) is pictured in the dugout during a game against the Los Angeles Angels at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

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The Mariners’ projected 2027 Opening Day lineup features Julio Rodríguez, Cal Raleigh and a wave of young talent, but one offseason need remains obvious.

Sep 14, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh (29) holds a trident after hitting a three-run home run in the fourth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Seattle’s next manager could inherit three rehabbing hitters and little preparation time if an expected MLB lockout freezes player communication.

Sep 29, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees injured right fielder Aaron Judge (99) watches from the dugout during the third inning of game one of the Wildcard round of the 2026 MLB Playoffs against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Cal Raleigh challenged the Mariners to commit to winning in 2023. Aaron Judge just delivered a familiar warning to the Yankees.

Sep 27, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners centerfielder Julio Rodriguez (44) and right fielder Dominic Canzone (8) celebrate after a game against the Los Angeles Angels at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

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A successful Mariners offseason requires more than cosmetic changes. Here is what Seattle must fix before the 2027 season.

Jul 19, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners pinch hitter Luke Raley (20) runs the bases after hitting a home run against the San Francisco Giants during the sixth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

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Luke Raley still offers left-handed power, but injuries, younger hitters and a shrinking role could make him a Mariners non-tender candidate.

Aug 25, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Philadelphia Phillies manager Don Mattingly during the seventh inning against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

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The chairs are disappearing, but Seattle does not have to sit in the wrong one.

Jul 28, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Seattle Mariners designated hitter Rob Refsnyder (30) reacts after hitting a two-run home run during the fourth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

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Mitch Garver, Rowdy Tellez and Rob Refsnyder illustrate why the Mariners must stop treating temporary offensive patches as an offseason plan.

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A proposed Logan Gilbert trade would give the Mariners more young talent, but Seattle should demand immediate MLB impact.

Mar 30, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora walks to the mound for a pitching change during the fifth inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Alex Cora plans to sit out 2027, leaving the Mariners with fewer experienced options as Jerry Dipoto searches for Dan Wilson’s replacement.