Ahead of the trade deadline, it was widely reported that the Mariners were looking to add an everyday third baseman. With the lack of meaningful offensive production there over the last couple of seasons, it makes sense. Eugenio Suarez, who has been the ‘bat-to-get’ this deadline, has been the Mariners’ primary target. The power, defensive combo, mixed with the overall vibe, … [Read more...] about The Mariners New Ben Williamson Dilemma
Mariners Acquire Left-Handed Relief Pitcher from Pirates
The Seattle Mariners have acquired left-handed relief pitcher Caleb Ferguson in a trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to multiple sources. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic and Adam Jude of The Seattle Times had it first, according to Alex Stumpf of MLB.com. Stumpf has never lied to us before, so we’ll go with that. The Mariners later announced the deal themselves on … [Read more...] about Mariners Acquire Left-Handed Relief Pitcher from Pirates
Report: All-Star Slugger Returns to Mariners in Major Deadline Deal
Eugenio Suárez is off the board, with the Arizona Diamondbacks trading him to the Seattle Mariners, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. Arguably the subject of more trade deadline buzz than any other player, Suárez returns to the Emerald City, where he played for two seasons from 2022 to 2023. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that first baseman Tyler Locklear and … [Read more...] about Report: All-Star Slugger Returns to Mariners in Major Deadline Deal
MLB Trade Deadline Report Card: Grading All 30 Teams’ Deadline Deals
The 2025 MLB trade deadline exploded with blockbuster trades and last-minute deals, closing at 6 p.m. ET on July 31. Consequently, fans and insiders buzzed with excitement. Ken Rosenthal called it “a wild, wild day,” highlighting the fast-paced transactions reshaping rosters. Similarly, Jeff Passan noted “a deadline defined by surprises,” emphasizing the unexpected high-profile … [Read more...] about MLB Trade Deadline Report Card: Grading All 30 Teams’ Deadline Deals
Grading the Mariners’ Trade Deadline
After acquiring two of the best, if not the best, bats on the market this deadline, it feels harsh to give the Seattle Mariners anything less than an A for this year’s trade deadline. The frustration fans have had with the Mariners is their unwillingness to go over the hurdle. They have been in the mix for the better part of the last four seasons. But in that time, they’ve … [Read more...] about Grading the Mariners’ Trade Deadline