Hello
everyone! As we get this Thursday started, here is what you need to know.
In Mariners news…
- The Mariners are reportedly “not actively” seeking help at third base. They appear content to enter spring training with Ben Williamson and Colt Emerson competing for the position.
- Baseball America unveiled its ranking of the top 10 Mariners prospects. If you’re a BA member, make sure to also check out the transcript from the Mariners prospects chat where Jesús Cano took questions on the M’s farmhands. ($)
- Ginny Searle at Baseball Prospectus wrote about the prospect fatigue phenomenon as it pertains to new Nationals catching prospect Harry Ford. ($)
Around the league…
- The Winter Meetings concluded with a bang, with first baseman Pete Alonso signing a five-year, $155M deal with the Orioles.
- The Tigers are bringing back right-hander Kyle Finnegan on a two-year, $19M deal. Finnegan was acquired mid-season by Detroit in a trade with the Nationals.
- Outfielder Mike Yastrzemski is joining the Braves on a two-year, $23M contract.
- If you’re a true sicko, check out complete coverage of yesterday’s Rule 5 Draft.
- Former Mariner and UW alum Jake Lamb is joining the Diamondbacks organization in a player development role.
- The Diamondbacks and Padres will square off in the 2026 Mexico Series, which will take place on April 25-26.
- Joe Buck has been named the 2026 Ford C. Frick Award winner. The honor is given to an exemplary baseball broadcaster each year.
