5:05pm: The two sides are closing in on a deal, reports Adam Jude of The Seattle Times, but it’s still not finalized. 4:15pm: The Mariners are in conversations with free agent catcher Andrew Knizner on a deal, reports Chris Cotillo of MassLive. If they reach agreement on a big league contract, he’d be in line to back up Cal Raleigh. Knizner spent the second half of the 2025 … [Read more...] about Mariners Closing In On Deal With Andrew Knizner
MLBTR Podcast: Winter Meetings Recap
The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Anthony Franco of MLB Trade Rumors to discuss… The Phillies bringing … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: Winter Meetings Recap
Mariners “Not Active In” Pursuing Third Base Help
After re-signing Josh Naylor, the next step on the Mariners’ to-do list is a reunion with Jorge Polanco, with the intent of utilizing the veteran infielder as a second baseman and part-time DH. Seattle has also been linked to such second base trade targets as Brendan Donovan and old friend Ketel Marte, though the focus on the keystone is noteworthy. When it comes to checking … [Read more...] about Mariners “Not Active In” Pursuing Third Base Help
Giants Have Shown Interest In Brendan Donovan
Brendan Donovan has been one of the top trade targets for clubs seeking offensive help. The Royals, Mariners, Pirates, Guardians and Astros have all been tied to the lefty-hitting utilityman at points this offseason. Derrick Goold of The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that the Giants have been in the mix for Donovan as well. Goold lists San Francisco alongside Seattle and … [Read more...] about Giants Have Shown Interest In Brendan Donovan
Jorge Polanco Reportedly Seeking Three-Plus Year Deal
The Mariners struck gold with last winter’s re-signing of Jorge Polanco on a $6MM free agent deal. They attributed his down 2024 season to a knee injury that had required postseason meniscus surgery. The switch-hitting infielder rewarded their faith by connecting on 26 home runs with a .265/.326/.495 slash across 524 plate appearances. Polanco has certainly put himself in … [Read more...] about Jorge Polanco Reportedly Seeking Three-Plus Year Deal