Mariners Moose Tracks, 11/16/25: Kristopher Negrón, Kyle Schwarber, and Kiké Hernández

In Mariners news…

• Mariners third base coach and former Tacoma Rainiers manager Kristopher Negrón has accepted a job to become the Pittsburgh Pirates new bench coach.
• Zach Pop brought the house down at Climate Pledge on Friday, not with a song, but by mentioning Cal Raleigh.

Around the league…

• Matt Gelb at the Athletic talked about the potential Kyle Schwarber market, and the interest the Phillies are getting on their trio of left-handed relievers.
• Free agent utilityman Kiké Hernández underwent surgery to repair a muscle tear in his elbow on Friday.
• The Toronto Blue Jays are looking to upgrade their bullpen and have free agent Raisel Iglesias in their sights.
• Journeyman pitcher Erasmo Ramirez is looking for a starting job in 2026.
• Right-hander Roansy Contreras is taking his talents to Japan after being released by the Rockies on Thursday.