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folks!
The Mariners season continues unceasingly as the squad cemented a losing record in 2026 following a 2-1 loss to the Angels. If you’re still watching the conclusion of this season unfold, you may be entitled to financial compensation. Unfortunately, I cannot provide that to you. But, I can provide you with some news from around the league. I hope that will suffice.
In Mariners news…
- The Mariners are reportedly seeking $19 million in T-Mobile Park upgrades this winter. Hopefully they’re also seeking a sizeable investment in roster upgrades this offseason.
- Longtime Mariners front office member Alan “Moose” Clausen passed away on Monday at the age of 88.
- Get your submissions in to the latest edition of the Reverse MaiLLbag! This one is covering how the Mariners should approach this offseason.
- Over on The Feed, commenter BearInTheRiver put together a nifty graph demonstrating the importance of varying pitch locations.
Around the league…
- The Phillies have placed left-handed ace Jesús Luzardo on the injured list with shoulder inflammation.
- Orioles righty Shane Baz exited yesterday’s game against the Mets after taking a 105 mph line drive off his pitching arm.
- Astros infielder Carlos Correa will not be returning to the Houston lineup this season.
- Even after a down season, the Reds front office is expected to return in 2027 without casualty.
- Matthew Trueblood at Baseball Prospectus broke down a remarkable 18-pitch battle between Guardians right-hander Gavin Williams and White Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi. ($)
- Dan Szymborski at Fangraphs gave his verdict on whether Williams is a bona fide ace for Cleveland yet.
- On Roberto Clemente Day, Jorge Castillo at ESPN wrote about how baseball on Puerto Rico is struggling because of the nation’s inclusion in the draft.
- Keagan Stiefel at Over The Monster made the case for rookie left-hander Payton Tolle to be the Red Sox Game 1 starter in the playoffs.
- Jay Jaffe at Fangraphs provided an update on the state of the Cy Young Award races.
- You’ve seen a dog give a first pitch, but now I must show you…
