In Mariners news…
- ICYMI: Staff writer Eric Sanford assembled a list of the 50 Greatest Mariners Catchers. Yet another top 50 list here on Lookout Landing as the Mariners get ready to celebrate their 50th anniversary, joining The 50 Greatest Mariners as chosen by Ryan Blake, and The 50 Greatest Mariners Left Fielders as chosen by Zach Mason.
- The Seattle Mariners are reportedly close to signing Andrew Knizner, providing one potential answer into the mix for their backup catcher for the 2026 season.
- Félix Hernández appears to be making significant gains in his second year of Hall of Fame eligibility.
- A December super-cut of all of Julio Rodríguez’ home runs from the 2025 season? Yes, please, and thank you.
- Just Hollander appeared on the MLB Network with a few comments about the trade that sent C Harry Ford for LHP Jose Ferrer.
Around the league…
- The wrongful death civil trial brought by the family of pitcher Tyler Skaggs continued, with Angels president John Carpino testifying, making statements around Skaggs’ performance, claiming it was in decline. ($)
- Tyler Rogers and the Toronto Blue Jays have agreed on a three-year, $37MM contract, per Ken Rosenthal.
- The Texas Rangers are in agreement with C Danny Jansen on a two-year deal.
- The Miami Marlins agreed to terms with OF Christopher Morel on a one year deal, where Morel will play first base.
- RHP Chase Lee has been traded from the Tigers to the Blue Jays.
- Just how bad is the payroll situation in Texas? Maybe worse than you thought, according to Rangers’ beat writer Evan Grant.
- The Kansas City Royals have extended themselves at third base, signing Maikel Garcia to a five-year contract extension with a club option for a sixth.
- The Blue Jays have signed a five-year contract extending their President and CEO Mark Shapiro.
- The Nationals have signed IF Orelvis Martinez to a minor-league deal.
- The Dodgers have claimed Mike Siani. But who stole the cookies from the cookie jar?
