Houston Astros vs. Seattle Mariners - May 05, 2024

Looking for Josh Naylor’s Missing PowerSingled Out

Mariners history may hold the key to potential Mason Miller trade packageThe Padres might try to pair Mason Miller with Xander Bogaerts in a trade. It would be right out of the Mariners' playbook from 2018.

Mariners News: Bobby Witt, Jr., José Ramírez, and Samuel BasalloRecapping the latest injury news from around the league plus more on a Mariners off-day.

Mariners must beware the cost of fulfilling interest in Giants' Heliot RamosHeliot Ramos could be a good roster fit for the Mariners, but would likely cost more than the team is willing to pay.

Padres' reported Mason Miller asking price plays directly into Mariners' handsThe Padres might want either MLB-ready pitching or multiple top-100 prospects for Mason Miller. The Mariners can meet both demands.

Astros B2B HRs Off Alcántara🔥

Yordan extends MLB lead with 34th homer to break the tie

Marlins vs. Astros (07/22/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 5-2 win vs. Miami Marlins 🎥

Mariners lose a backbreaker, 5-3Long ball bites the Mariners for an ill-timed series loss

Mariners choke job vs. Reds leaves no doubt about what Jerry Dipoto must fixThe Mariners have a losing formula, and it struck again in an agonizing loss to the Reds. This is a team that clearly needs help.

51-52: ChartNot the start to the second half they had hoped for

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Astros insider couldn't be more blunt about Dana Brown's trade deadline prioritiesThe major topic of debate all season has been whether or not the Houston Astros should be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline. Early on, it seemed clear tha

Reds vs. Mariners (07/22/2026)

Full highlights from Cincinnati Reds' 5-3 win vs. Seattle Mariners 🎥

ESPN connecting Mariners to Astros' star trade chips is pure escapist entertainmentThe Mariners need a quality reliever and right-handed bat, but it's tough to see the Astros being willing to do business with their main divisional rivals.

Scott Boras barely pulled his punches setting Mariners expectations for Kade AndersonScott Boras raved about Kade Anderson on Tuesday, saying he needs to be in the Mariners rotation ASAP, but there's one significant road block to overcome first.

Two in-house relief options for the Mariners bullpenSome in-house options the Mariners might consider for bullpen help at the 2026 trade deadline

Mariners 1st-rounder Ace Reese aces the assignment with Ken Griffey Jr. storyAce Reese officially signed with the Mariners on Tuesday. Afterward, he went up to the broadcast booth and (metaphorically) kissed Ken Griffey Jr.'s ring.

Astros somehow get value in trade for Nate Pearson as deadline seller takes baitThe Houston Astros found a taker for Nate Pearson, trading him to the Kansas City Royals.

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We have acquired RHP Nate Pearson from the Houston Astros for minor league RHP Max Martin.

Tatsuya Imai's rebound start vs. Marlins adds even more confusion for Astros at trade deadlineTatsuya Imai struck out eight over six innings against Miami, but it may have made the Astros' pitching math at the deadline even more complicated.

Mariners News: Miles Mastrobuoni, Marco Gonzales, and Jack FlahertyChecking in on some old friends and breaking down the latest MLBPA proposal to the league.

Athletics' reported stance on trading Shea Langeliers is music to Mariners' earsIf the Athletics trade Shea Langeliers out of the AL West, it could be a small boost for the Mariners' chances.

Every Contender's Ideal Deadline Trade 🔄Cooking up deals for every playoff hopeful ahead of Aug. 3 ➡️

Francisco Lindor Landing Spots 🎯8 wild trade ideas for the Mets star shortstop ➡️

Jeff Passan just made Astros controversial trade deadline strategy harder to ignore“While I’m here, the window will always be open,” Houston Astros owner Jim Crane declared shortly before Opening Day amid questions of his club's true viability

Mariners Check Heat, Get Burned, Feel AliveA pretty OK baseball game

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CIN at SEA Game Highlights

Seattle Mariners vs. Cincinnati Reds - 07/21/2026

Under-the-radar Mariners trade target is suddenly among MLB's hottest hittersThe Mariners desperately need a right-handed bat who can hit lefties, with Royals outfielder Lane Thomas potentially fitting the bill at an affordable price.

MIA at HOU Game Highlights

Houston Astros vs. Miami Marlins - 07/21/2026

Marlins Snag Triple Play 😱

Miami throws around the bases to get 3 Astros in one sequence

Cole Young is rapidly driving up the price of a potential Mariners extensionCole Young is having an outstanding season as arguably the Mariners' best player, and it might be time for the front office to approach him about an extension.

Reds Pitcher on Yelling at UmpCaleb Ferguson wants to 'make it right' after NSFW outburst in 8-0 loss

Astros confronting harsh Dana Brown reality after latest roster moveDana Brown had a tough needle to thread trying to revamp a pitching staff that was losing a key horse in Framber Valdez and had many additional holes that neede

MLBPA's New Draft Proposal 📝Players Association proposes eligibility expansion and preserving current system amid CBA talks 📲

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8 Trade Deadline Predictions 🔮Calling our shot on Lindor, Skubal, more ahead of Aug. 3 ➡️

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Top Non-Rental Trade Targets 🎯Ranking Mason Miller, more players who could help beyond this year ➡️

New twist in former Mariner's career odyssey is a reminder of what's been lostAustin Voth's journey is taking him back to Asia, this time to pitch in Korea. He was a key arm for the Mariners just two years ago.

Mariners could not have asked Terry Francona for a better Cal Raleigh wakeup callTerry Francona dared to challenge Cal Raleigh to come through with the bases loaded. And he did.

Cole Young keeps it simple‘Tis a gift to be simple, ‘tis a gift to be Cole Young

Gabe Speier is back, but not better than ever. Yet.Your best source for quality Seattle Mariners news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Mariners News: Cal Raleigh, J.P. Crawford, and Julio RodriguezWell that was fun.

The Mariners' Cal Raleigh problem is barely concealing their Josh Naylor problemLike Cal Raleigh, Josh Naylor has also seen significant offensive regression for the Mariners in 2026.

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Astros’ trade deadline intentions are abundantly clear after Lance McCullers Jr. tradeWhether or not the Houston Astros should buy or sell at the deadline should be up for debate. The AL playoff picture is wide open, but after losing four straigh

Mariners come to life, crush Reds 8-0Cal Raleigh hits a grand slam as Mariners crush the Reds, 8-0

51-50: ChartCal Raleigh hits a grand slam, Victor Robles goes 4-for-4 as Mariners trounce Reds, 8-0

Reds vs. Mariners (07/20/2026)

Full highlights from Seattle Mariners' 8-0 win vs. Cincinnati Reds 🎥

Mariners Game Preview: Reds at Mariners, Game 101Eugenio Suárez returns to town with the Reds for a three-game set against the Mariners

Marlins vs. Astros (07/20/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 8-5 win vs. Miami Marlins 🎥

3 reunions Mariners should absolutely pursue ahead of 2026 MLB Trade DeadlineThe Mariners reunited with Eugenio Suárez around this time last year. Here are 3 reunions they should consider in 2026.

Mariners risk undercutting their trade deadline outlook with latest prospect promotionFelnin Celesten has been on an absolute tear for the Seattle Mariners, but you have to question the timing of his promotion to Double-A Arkansas.

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Astros Notes: Ronel Blanco's return, Jeremy Peña and Christian Walker update, Brice MatthewsThere are a lot of moving parts on the Houston Astros roster right now. Whether or not that is a good thing is open for debate.

Mariners complete the signing of their 2026 draft classSeattle’s system’s new class is set.

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Astros Reinstate Ronel Blanco, Bennett Sousa From 60-Day ILThe Houston rotation gets stronger once again.

This Mariners-Padres blockbuster Mason Miller trade package would have MLB buzzingThe Mariners ideally need a quality upgrade for the bullpen and Mason Miller is as good as it gets, but is it worth what they would have to give up in return?

Redlegs: Mariners vs. Reds Series PreviewThe Mariners take on the Reds to wrap up this homestand.

Seattle Mariners Minor League Roundup - Week SeventeenYour best source for quality Seattle Mariners news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Updated Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands as trade deadline approaches ➡️

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Mariners must aim higher than Casey Schmitt if they're going to trade George KirbyJim Bowden of The Athletic pitched a Casey Schmitt trade that doesn't quite work for the Mariners. They can do better.

Mariners News: Cal Raleigh, Cole Young, and Colt EmersonInjury updates and more from around baseball.

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Jerry Dipoto's latest viral quote is actually the exact right idea about the MarinersJerry Dipoto plans on making small moves at the deadline, but has strong confidence in the current Mariners' roster.

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Predicting Top Cy Young Finishers 🔮Breaking down the top five candidates in the AL and NL ➡️

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5 trade targets that would be great for Astros if they weren't on teams that hated themEverything the Houston Astros need at the trade deadline exists on three teams that don't particularly want to help Houston at all.

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Astros To Designate Nate Pearson For AssignmentThe Astros are taking Pearson off the roster in exchange for an infielder in Delgado. MLB Trade Rumors breaks down the move.

Mariners carve out niche, win 6-3 over GiantsMariners score via small ball, chaos ball, home run, defeat Giants 6-3

50-50: ChartThe Mariners finish the first 100 games exactly even

Giants vs. Mariners (07/19/2026)

Full highlights from Seattle Mariners' 6-3 win vs. San Francisco Giants 🎥

Orioles vs. Astros (07/19/2026)

Full highlights from Baltimore Orioles' 5-2 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

Mariners Game #100: Giants at Mariners, 7/19/26The Mariners try to open the second half of the season with a series win

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MLB Teams About to Get Hot 🔥5 clubs primed for second-half surges after All-Star break 📲

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Mariners News: Brendan Donovan progress, injured reliever ETAs, Lazaro MontesThe Mariners dropped a bunch of injury intel on Friday, including a vague hint at Brendan Donovan's ETA. Plus, you have to see Lazaro Montes' latest homer.

Mariners News: Aaron Civale, Brandon Woodruff, and Kyle BradishAaron Civale pitches in a real ballpark now, Brandon Woodruff doesn’t pitch at all right now, and Kyle Bradish will be pitching in Baltimore until 2031.

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This under-the-radar Astros draft pick could end up being quite a stealThe 2026 MLB Draft represented a pivotal moment for the Houston Astros and their future direction. The club has a bottom-ranked system and desperately needed to

Mariners wait out Giants, win 4-3 in extrasYour best source for quality Seattle Mariners news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

J-Rod Walks Off Giants 👋 (via @Mariners on X)

Mariners star calls game on SF in the 10th

49-50: ChartYour best source for quality Seattle Mariners news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Orioles vs. Astros (07/18/2026)

Full highlights from Baltimore Orioles' 4-2 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

Julio Rodríguez activated, Miles Mastrobuoni DFA’dYour best source for quality Seattle Mariners news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Mariners News: Brendan Donovan, Julio Rodriguez, and Bryce MillerSaturday links!

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Top 2027 MLB Draft Prospects 📈10 players to know heading into next year's event 📲

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4 Astros prospects who are more expendable at the trade deadline after the 2026 MLB DraftThe Houston Astros used the 2026 Draft to address their outfielder need in-house, which is bad news for a few prospects already chasing that job.

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Astros should give Rockies call at the trade deadline to address need for lefty outfielderThe Houston Astros still desperately need a left-handed-hitting outfielder, and this Rockies player is their best trade deadline bet.

5 Mariners players with the most to lose in 2nd half with huge stakesThe Mariners will begin the second half of their season on Friday. There's a lot at stake for these players.

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Giants vs. Mariners (07/17/2026)

Full highlights from San Francisco Giants' 7-0 win vs. Seattle Mariners 🎥

Adames Grand Slam 💪

Giants slugger makes it 7-0 against the Mariners

Orioles vs. Astros (07/17/2026)

Full highlights from Baltimore Orioles' 3-2 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

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Mariners shouldn't waste time with Mets about bombshell Francisco Lindor rumorAs much as the Mariners need a quality bat who can hit lefties, four-time Silver Slugger Francisco Lindor isn't close to being the solution in Seattle.

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With Lance McCullers Jr. gone, this Astros legend is Houston's worst contract nowMcCullers is a Brewer now. So who owns the title of Houston's worst contract? The answer isn't fun to say out loud.

Bold Predictions for 2nd Half 🔮

5 things that could happen before October

Trying again with the second half MarinersSeattle has 65 games to meet the high expectations they deserved this year.

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Re-ranking Mariners' top 10 prospects after Colt Emerson graduation, 2026 MLB DraftThe Mariners have had a lot of movement in their farm system recently. It's time to rethink their top 10 prospects.

New Beginnings: Mariners vs. Giants Series PreviewThe Mariners begin the second half of the season with a three-game set against the Giants.

Mason Miller Trade Packages 📦Breaking down what it might take to trade for the Padres ace reliever ➡️

2nd-Half Bold Predictions 🔮Going out on a limb with every team post-All-Star break ➡️

Mariners' 2027 schedule release pulls attention to end-of-season minefieldThe Mariners' schedule for the 2027 season has dropped. Get ready for a brutal finish to the season.

Mariners News: Chase Burns, Brad Keller, and Robert Hassell IIIThe Reds ink their young ace to a long-term deal, plus other notes from around baseball as the second half commences.

MLB Owners 'Prepared to Cancel Games'Players also 'willing' to lose play time amid salary cap debate (Passan)

Reds' $105M Chase Burns deal shows Mariners the way on Kade Anderson, Ryan SloanChase Burns' extension with the Reds lays the groundwork for how the Mariners could extend Ryan Sloan and Kade Anderson.

4 Astros players with the most to lose in the second half (ranked)The Houston Astros enter the second half of the 2026 with a chance to return to the playoff, but they'll need these four players to step up their game.

2 things that could make the Mariners' 2nd half, 2 that could break the seasonThe Mariners' season could be defined by a few factors playing in their favor, or working against them.

Mariners must realize they can't have it both ways with their pitching surplusThe Mariners are in an enviable position of an abundance of starting pitcher talent, but they're pushing their luck if they don't trade someone in the rotation.

The Mariners 2027 regular season schedule is hereThe M’s have plenty still to do in 2026, but next year is ready for them.

Mike Burrows’ elbow injury as Astros’ training staff in the spotlight again for all the wrong reasonsThe Houston Astros are placing Mike Burrows on the 15-day IL with elbow neuritis, effectively nullifying the struggling right-hander's demotion to Triple-A Suga

2027 MLB Schedule Drops 🗓️Next season to feature earliest Opening Day ever. More key dates here 📲

Harry Ford's Nationals call-up is salt in the wound for reeling MarinersThe Mariners are reeling and in need of a shot in the arm, but they now have to watch Harry Ford potentially provide this for another Major League team instead.

Predicting Every Team's Trade Deadline Status 🔮Playing buyer or seller with all 30 clubs ahead of Aug. 3 ➡️

Michael Arroyo is the next Mariners prospect to take revenge on Baseball AmericaMichael Arroyo is following in the footsteps of Lazaro Montes, by proving Baseball America wrong and the Seattle Mariners organization is reaping the benefits.

Astros poach Brewers legacy prospect, payroll space while finalizing Lance McCullers Jr. tradeThe Houston Astros shockingly were able to find a taker for Lance McCullers Jr. and his salary, shipping the oft-injured and disappointing right-hander to the M

Astros fire an obvious warning shot at Mariners with Lance McCullers Jr. tradeWith Lance McCullers Jr. gone, the Astros are positioning themselves for an active deadline. What are the Mariners going to do about it?

Astros’ top division rival signals trade deadline aggression that could flip script in playoff raceThe Houston Astros are still alive in the American League playoff chase, validating Jim Crane's never-rebuild attitude. The Astros enter the All-Star break just

Astros Trading McCullers to BrewersHouston lands 2B/OF Jadyn Fielder in deal. Full swap and details here 📲

Red Sox scooping Mariners on a shared need underlines questions about Seattle's planThe Mariners could have gotten Jahmai Jones, but the Red Sox got to him first. Now what's the plan?

Houston's 2000s Mt. Rushmore 🤩See which Astros were among Houston's top athletes of the century ➡️

Mariners' silence on Brendan Donovan understandably has fans fearing the worstThe Seattle Mariners have a better chance of success with a healthy Brendan Donovan in the lineup, but he's been anything BUT healthy so far this season.

Astros miraculously trade Lance McCullers Jr. to dream landing spot with NL contenderThe Houston Astros have kicked off trade season with a move that finally allows them to move on from Lance McCullers Jr.

Mariners News: All-Star Game, Willson Contreras, and Shohei OhtaniA recap of the All-Star Game, a round-up of MLB Draft coverage, and more notes from around baseball.

AL Wins All-Star Game 😤American League pitches first shutout since 2013. Tap for top moments and reactions ➡️

Updated Top 100 Prospect Rankings 📊Reshuffling the best of who's next after the 2026 draft ➡️

3 late-round Mariners 2026 MLB Draft picks who could prove to be hidden gemsSeattle chose a few players later in the 2026 MLB Draft that could be better than their late selections suggest.

All-Stars Who Could Hit Trade Block 🔄Adley Rutschman, more ASG reps who might move ahead of Aug. 3 ➡️

Joe Espada's Houston Astros' future met with stone cold truth at the All-Star breakIt's clear as day that the Houston Astros need to reach the playoffs if Joe Espada is going to save his job.

AL Punches Out NL in 2026 MLB All-Star GameAL pitchers strikeout 15 in 4-0 win

Mariners offense needs to follow Randy Arozarena's lead in the batter's boxWe've previously used the phrase "Randy being Randy" to describe how Randy Arozarena usually marches to the beat of his own drum, which doesn't always benefit h

Complete list of Mariners deals with undrafted free agents after 2026 MLB DraftThe Mariners have deals with four undrafted free agents. Here's what you need to know about them.

Yordan Alvarez’s MVP push with Astros is facing surprising competition from a rookieRemember how the national media snubbed Yordan Alvarez and left him off the list of 10-best hitters coming into the 2026 season. No one will underestimate the H

All-Star Game Break Down ✍️Extra-inning rules, swing-off batters and more ahead of game 📲

Best MLB All-Star Red Carpet LooksStars dressed to impress in Philly. See it all here 📲

ESPN's flattering comp for Mariners 1st-rounder Ace Reese will make fans begKiley McDaniel sees a little Andrew Fischer in Mariners first-rounder Ace Reese. There's lots to be learned from the comparison.

Mariners fans should check their Willson Contreras trade dreams after Derby displayWillson Contreras as a future Mariner is a fun idea. The reality is more complicated and a lot less encouraging.

Jordan Walker Beats Schwarber in Derby 😮Results, highlights and reactions from Cardinals star's comeback ➡️

History proves that Justin Verlander going into Hall of Fame with Astros cap is not farfetched at allVerlander's Hall of Fame cap isn't a lock for Detroit. Baseball history says an Astros logo wouldn't be shocking at all.

MLBPA's Olympics Issues 🙅‍♀️Disagreements with MLB holding up player involvement in 2028 despite support from owners (Passan)

Futures Game stage only added to Mariners' Kade Anderson vs. Ryan Sloan debateThe question of who is the better pitcher between Kade Anderson and Ryan Sloan, has the potential to work in favor of the Mariners for many years to come.

Updated Farm System Rankings 📊How every club stacks up after the draft ➡️

Complete grades for 1st half of Mariners' 2026 season pull no punchesThe Mariners have gone into the All-Star break with a 48-49 record. Here are grades for key units and personnel.

Josh Hader's resurgence doesn't change Astros conversation surrounding his contractThe Houston Astros have gotten exactly what they wanted out of Josh Hader. However, that doesn't mean they should have paid what they did for that production.