Mariners ST Post-Game Notes (02.20.26)
Mariners Notes:
- The Mariners defeated the Padres by a 7-4 score in today’s Cactus League opener.
- Today’s crowd of 9,956 is the largest crowd for a spring home opener in Mariners history.
- It surpassed the 9,748 in attendance in Seattle’s spring opener in 2004 against Arizona. -
Mariners ST Game Notes - Feb. 20 vs. San Diego (Spring #1)
HEY RICK AND GARY...the Mariners are set to play their first game of 2026 today against their complex mate the Padres...Seattle is coming off a historic season, capturing their 4th division title in club history (also: 1995, 1997 & 2001) and making the deepest Postseason run in team history, reaching
Mariners Acquire LHP Josh Simpson from Miami Marlins in Exchange for Cash Considerations
PEORIA, Ariz. – Seattle Mariners Executive Vice President & General Manager of Baseball Operations Justin Hollander announced today the Mariners have acquired LHP Josh Simpson from the Miami Marlins in exchange for cash considerations. In a corresponding move, RHP Logan Evans was placed on the 60-day Injured List. The Mariners
Mariners Announce Nine Additional International Signings
SEATTLE – Seattle Mariners Senior Director of International Scouting Frankie Thon Jr. today announced the following international signings:
- Daniel Alana, C, Venezuela
- Cristian Alvarado, RHP, Mexico
- German Arvayo, RHP, Mexico
- Fabian Gonzalez, INF/OF, Venezuela
- Gabriel Hidalgo, RHP, Venezuela
- Carlos Martinez, RHP, Venezuela
- Santiago
MARINERS ANNOUNCE SCHEDULE CHANGE: NOW PLAYING ON JUNE 19
SEATTLE – The Seattle Mariners announced today that Game 1 of the doubleheader previously scheduled for Saturday, June 20 vs. the Boston Red Sox will now be played on Friday, June 19 at 7:10 pm at T-Mobile Park. Tickets to Game 1 of Saturday’s previously scheduled doubleheader are now valid
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#50 Bryce Miller (2024), Bryan Woo (2025) and Félix Hernández (2014) are the only pitchers in team history with a sub-3.00 ERA and sub-1.00 WHIP season.
Mariners Announce 2026 Major League High Performance Staff, Minor League Coordinators and Roving Instructors
SEATTLE – The Mariners today announced their High Performance staff and Minor League Coordinators and Roving Instructors. MAJOR LEAGUE HIGH PERFORMANCE STAFF
- Rob Scheidegger – Vice President, High Performance and Medical
- Dr. Henry Pelto – Director, Health & Wellness, Head Team Physician
- Dr. Albert Gee – Head
Mariners Acquire Infielder/Outfielder Brendan Donovan From St. Louis Cardinals as Part of Three-Team Trade
SEATTLE – Seattle Mariners Executive Vice President & General Manager of Baseball Operations Justin Hollander announced today the Mariners have acquired INF/OF Brendan Donovan from the St. Louis Cardinals as part of a three-team trade. The Mariners sent INF Ben Williamson to the Tampa Bay Rays, RHP/LHP Jurrangelo Cijntje, OF
Mariners Will Pay Tribute to 2001 Team with a Statue at T-Mobile Park
SEATTLE – The Seattle Mariners announced today that the club will commemorate the Mariners 116-win, 2001 team and honor the 25th anniversary of the tragic events on September 11th with a new statue at T-Mobile Park. The statue will feature Mike Cameron and Mark McLemore in their iconic moment raising
Mariners Will Wear Steelheads Uniforms on Sundays at T-Mobile Park
SEATTLE – The Seattle Mariners announced today that the club will honor the legacy of the 1946 Seattle Steelheads on Sundays at T-Mobile Park. In addition to wearing Steelheads uniforms on home Sundays, the Mariners are launching the Steelheads Community Fund with a $500,000 commitment in support of local Black-led
Mariners Extend 34 Invitations to Major League Spring Training
SEATTLE – Seattle Mariners Executive Vice President & General Manager of Baseball Operations Justin Hollander announced today the club has invited 34 non-roster players to Major League Spring Training.
Mariners Acquire C Jhonny Pereda from Twins in Exchange for Cash Considerations
SEATTLE – Seattle Mariners Executive Vice President & General Manager of Baseball Operations Justin Hollander announced today the Mariners have acquired C Jhonny Pereda from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for cash considerations. In a corresponding move, RHP Jackson Kowar was designated for assignment. The Mariners 40-man roster remains full
Aaron Goldsmith Returns as Mariners Lead TV Announcer
SEATTLE – Seattle Mariners Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communications Gregg Greene and Vice President of Creative and Content Services Ben Mertens announced today the lineup of announcers for Seattle Mariners Radio and Television this season. “We have a tremendous breadth of talent and experience on our broadcast team,”
Mariners Icon Rick Rizzs Announces Plan to Retire Following 2026 Season
SEATTLE — Rick Rizzs, who has spent 40 years regaling fans in the Northwest and across the country as the radio voice of the Mariners, announced today his plans to have the 2026 season be his final as the primary radio broadcaster for the club. “I’ve been blessed to live
Mariners Acquire RHP Cooper Criswell from Mets in Exchange for Cash Considerations
SEATTLE – Seattle Mariners Executive Vice President & General Manager of Baseball Operations Justin Hollander announced today the Mariners have acquired RHP Cooper Criswell from the New York Mets in exchange for cash considerations. In a corresponding move, LHP Jhonathan Díaz was designated for assignment. The Mariners 40-man roster remains
Mariners Announce Minor League Coaching Staffs for 2026 Season
SEATTLE – The Mariners today announced their minor league coaching staffs for the 2026 season. “We are excited and proud to announce our affiliate staffs for the upcoming season,” said Mariners Director of Player Development Justin Toole. “From our ACL and DSL teams all the way up to Tacoma, we
Mariners Agree to Terms with RHP Bryce Miller on 2026 Contract with Club Option for 2027
SEATTLE – Seattle Mariners Executive Vice President & General Manager of Baseball Operations Justin Hollander announced today the Mariners have agreed to terms with RHP Bryce Miller on a 2026 contract with a club option for 2027. The Mariners have now agreed to terms with all seven of their arbitration
Mariners Announce 2026 Events & Benefits for Kids Club Presented by BECU
SEATTLE – The Seattle Mariners announced today the 2026 lineup of events and benefits for members of Kids Club presented by BECU. Kids Club members will enjoy access to perks like free Mariners gear, early gates access, exclusive discounts, special Kids Club events and more. “We’re thrilled to continue providing
Mariners Announce 5 International Signings
SEATTLE – Seattle Mariners Senior Director of International Scouting Frankie Thon Jr. today announced the following international signings:
- Juan Rijo, OF, Dominican Republic (MLB Pipeline’s No. 12 overall prospect in 2026 international class)
- Gregory Pio, OF, Dominican Republic (MLB Pipeline’s No. 32 overall prospect in 2026 international class)
Mariners Agree to Terms with Six Arbitration Eligible Players
SEATTLE – Seattle Mariners Executive Vice President & General Manager of Baseball Operations Justin Hollander announced today the Mariners have agreed to 2026 terms with six arbitration eligible players. The following players have agreed to terms for the 2026 season:
- Randy Arozarena, OF
- Matt Brash, RHP
- Logan
Mariners Sign OF/1B Rob Refsnyder to 1-Year Contract
SEATTLE – Seattle Mariners Executive Vice President & General Manager of Baseball Operations Justin Hollander announced today the Mariners have signed outfielder/first baseman Rob Refsnyder to a 1-year Major League contract through the 2026 season. “Rob has been one of the most productive hitters against left-handed pitching over the last
Mariners Sign Catcher Andrew Knizner to 1-Year Major League Contract
SEATTLE – Seattle Mariners Executive Vice President & General Manager of Baseball Operations Justin Hollander announced today the Mariners have signed catcher Andrew Knizner to a 1-year Major League contract through 2026. The Mariners 40-man roster is now at 39 players. Knizner (KIZZ-ner), 30, has appeared in parts of 7
Jerry Dipoto Named Baseball America's 2025 Executive of the Year
SEATTLE – Baseball America announced today that Mariners President of Baseball Operations Jerry Dipoto has been named the publication’s 2025 Executive of the Year. Dipoto joins former Mariners General Manager Pat Gillick (2001) as the only winners of Baseball America’s Executive of the Year Award in Mariners history. Dipoto is
Mariners Announce 2026 Major League Coaching Staff
SEATTLE — Seattle Mariners President of Baseball Operations Jerry Dipoto, Mariners Executive Vice President & General Manager Justin Hollander and Mariners Manager Dan Wilson announced today the Major League coaching staff for the 2026 season. The Mariners 2026 staff includes three new hires from 2025:
- Carlos Cardoza, hired as
FÉLIX HERNÁNDEZ: HALL OF FAME CANDIDATE
Félix Hernández was one of the greatest pitchers of his generation. A true workhorse, King Felix played his entire 15 year career in Seattle, where he was one of the most fearsome and reliable pitchers in the Major Leagues. King Félix made his Major League debut on August 4, 2005