Jerry Dipoto on Mariners' 22-14 start:
“It's amazing what can happen when a group of players come together and believe in the team. And I think that's what we’re watching. It sounds like a movie or something, but that's the way it's playing.”
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On the Mariners' ambitious plans for their ambidextrous pitcher, Jurrangelo Cijntje:
“It’s such an unbelievable advantage. … I can't even imagine how much fun we would have with that skill set.”
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As injuries mount, the Mariners are exploring various options, both internal and external, to fortify their depleted infield:
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Logan Gilbert said Cal Raleigh's new deal makes it more alluring for him to try work out a long-term deal with the Mariners.
And M's management says it's open to another extension for a core player.
Who's next?
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First five seasons of Jason Varitek vs first four seasons of Cal Raleigh.
Varitek played home games in a hitter-friendly park.
Raleigh plays his home games in baseball’s most extreme pitcher’s park.
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A massive deal for the Seattle Mariners and their future.
Cal Raleigh's extension could be worth up to $123M.
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As a young catcher, Dan Wilson arrived on scene and became the missing link for a Mariners team about to take flight.
Thirty years later, the Mariners are banking on him doing it again.
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Mariners are launching a new streaming service. Rejoice. www.seattletimes.com/sports/marin...
For Kevin Seitzer, getting to know Edgar Martinez has been like discovering a twin brother he never knew existed. “It’s like, holy cow, this is one of the best things I could have ever imagined."
They also have a shared vision for Mariners hitters:
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Randy Arozarena is taking star prospect and fellow Cuban Lazaro Montes under his wing at spring training.
"I think he's going to be one of the best at this game very soon."
Mitch Haniger's offseason goal was to "get strong again" and he's showing flashes of his old self at Mariners spring training. Could he bounce back as at least a part-time DH this season?
2024 ERAs In Their Home Parks
(Pitchers On Both Teams):
3.17 SEA
3.46 CHC
3.57 CWS
3.58 TB
3.60 ATL
3.68 DET
(3.81 - 4.39 21 teams)
4.62 MIA
5.03 COL
5.07 ARI
Julio Rodriguez vs. Andrés Muñoz: Here’s how it played out at Mariners camp.
Julio: “Never again.”
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Dylan Moore remains the favorite to be the Mariners’ Opening Day second baseman … but Ryan Bliss has a real chance to win the job, and he spent all offseason determine to do one thing: hit the fastball.
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Mariners closer Andrés Muñoz unveiled some ungodly creation called a "kick changeup" that dropped 10 inches during his Saturday bullpen session. But it was only one pitch.
Mariners pitching coach Pete Woodworth called this changeup from Andrés Muñoz the single best pitch he’s ever seen.
And it’s the first changeup Muñoz has ever thrown.
Mariners bench coach Manny Acta has been in pro ball for four decades. Never, he said, has he seen a crop of prospect hitters quite like this.
"This is a special group."
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Mariners Photo Day here in Peoria:
they’re projecting late April for Brash, but depends how he progresses in spring training.
The Mariners have a track record of building good (and affordable) bullpens, and they need a strong bounce-back from that group this year.
One name to watch this spring: Young lefty Brandyn Garcia.
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Rocco Baldelli on Ty France: “He’s just 30, and he’s an athletic guy who put up some good numbers in a tough ballpark. We’re just going to let him hit and see what happens.”
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Angie Mentink is set to be named the first woman in Mariners broadcasting history to serve a regular role as an in-game color analyst …
After a dreary offseason, actual baseball is coming soon. Here are five questions facing the Mariners ahead of spring training.
Seattle considered multiple trade offers for veteran starter Luis Castillo this offseason. Here's why Jerry Dipoto and the Mariners never pulled the trigger:
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Jerry Dipoto on Mariners’ offense:
#Mariners home OBP (2013-24)*
Nelson Cruz .353
Ty France .352👀
Robinson Canó .347
Eugenio Suárez .333
Jean Segura .330
Mitch Haniger .330
Kyle Seager .324
Julio Rodríguez .319
J.P. Crawford .317
Dylan Moore .285
Cal Raleigh .285
Mike Zunino .269
Jarred Kelenic .268
* 500 PA's
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With the return of Jorge Polanco, the Mariners’ roster is effectively set going into spring training:
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Jorge Polanco is back with the Mariners … at a new position:
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Good question. Probably too much swing-and-miss to reach that tier … but his raw power ranks as high as any prospect in the game right now.
