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Mariners Make Stunning Manager Decision, Pass Over Former Astros Skipper

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The Seattle Mariners have reportedly made a surprising decision in their search for a new manager, passing over an experienced former division rival in favor of a much less conventional candidate. Seattle is in the process of hiring 36-year-old Jason Kanzler, the Chicago Cubs‘ director of player development, as its next manager. The decision comes […] The post Mariners Make Stunning Manager Decision, Pass Over Former Astros Skipper appeared first on HEAVY.

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Mariners rumors: Seattle already ‘poking around’ trade market in attempt to fix offense

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The Seattle Mariners followed up an AL West division crown and an AL Championship Series (ALCS) berth in 2025 with a campaign of disappointment this summer. Injuries and a roster that regressed almost across the board led to a third-place division finish in September. Now, Mariners president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto and his staff […] The post Mariners rumors: Seattle already ‘poking around’ trade market in attempt to fix offense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Seattle Mariners Hitting Coach Hired With Manager News Pending

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With the announcement of their manager still pending, the Seattle Mariners hired CJ Gillman as their hitting coach to begin their coaching restructure. Gillman previously worked in the Mariners organization as their minor-league hitting coordinator from 2022 to 2025. He left to become the director of hitting for the Washington Nationals, who ranked as one […] The post Seattle Mariners Hitting Coach Hired With Manager News Pending appeared first on HEAVY.

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Josh Naylor hands Astros crucial loss in stunning ending to Mariners win

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The Seattle Mariners kept their playoff hopes alive Wednesday night, rallying for a dramatic 6-5, 10-inning comeback over the Houston Astros at T-Mobile Park thanks to Josh Naylor’s RBI single that drove Randy Arozarena in for the winning run. The loss left Houston at 78-80, tied with the Texas Rangers for first place in the […] The post Josh Naylor hands Astros crucial loss in stunning ending to Mariners win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Padres’ Jackson Merrill robs home run from Mariners Julio Rodriguez

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The San Diego Padres gave MLB fans one of the standout moments from Jackie Robinson Day as Jackson Merrill made a highlight-reel defensive play that quickly captured national attention. His home run robbery provided a defining moment in their Wednesday night clash vs. the Seattle Mariners at Petco Park. Facing the Mariners, Merrill showcased elite […] The post Padres’ Jackson Merrill robs home run from Mariners Julio Rodriguez appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mariners Offensive Woes Explained by Julio Rodriguez

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Julio Rodriguez and the Seattle Mariners have been struggling at the plate early in the season. Even after a four-game sweep over the Houston Astros, Seattle ranks 28th in the league in batting average (.208). They rank 19th in OBP (.316), 27th in SLG (.342), and 24th in OPS (.658).Slow starts in Seattle are nothing […] The post Mariners Offensive Woes Explained by Julio Rodriguez appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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3 Mariners overreactions after star players’ early-season struggles

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The Seattle Mariners had real hopes of winning the World Series in 2026. The team, boasting an AL MVP runner-up, a center fielder on the rise, and a free-agent signing known for driving in runs, offered fans genuine cause for optimism. But the bats have been ice cold for the first few weeks of the […] The post 3 Mariners overreactions after star players’ early-season struggles appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Aaron Boone Sends Strong Message on Max Fried After Scoreless Outing

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When the New York Yankees signed Max Fried, they were hoping hed  could be a left-handed ace to complement Gerrit Cole. Yet, Fried’s seven-year contract from the Yankees continues to age splendidly, after the ace spun seven shutout innings in their 5-0 win over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday. Fried has now tossed 13 1/3 […] The post Yankees’ Aaron Boone Sends Strong Message on Max Fried After Scoreless Outing appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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2 reasons why Mariners won’t win 2026 World Series

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The Seattle Mariners are a real wagon now that they have won 90 games, their first AL West title in 24 years, and almost made it to the 2025 World Series. You can easily see why they are one of the top bets to win the American League pennant when you look at the roster […] The post 2 reasons why Mariners won’t win 2026 World Series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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