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February 26, 2026

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In an unusual twist of fate, today's Mariners game against the Royals ended in an 8-8 stalemate, leaving fans hungry for more after Bryan Woo's much-anticipated first outing of the spring was overshadowed by the absence of televised coverage. With Woo poised to replicate his impressive 2025 performance, which included an All-Star nod and a near Cy Young run, all eyes were on how he'd settle into the season. Meanwhile, the charm of Julio Rodríguez continues to resonate throughout the clubhouse, as he mentors young talents like Cole Young, proving that leadership is as much about influence as it is about stats. On the fringes, Seattle added Brendan White from independent leagues, reflecting their commitment to unearthing hidden gems. While today’s result may not matter much, the undercurrents of development and player dynamics are what truly define spring training.

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Mariners are heard, rarely seen, stalemate Royals 8-8

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Mariners are heard, rarely seen, stalemate Royals 8-8

If you planned on killing some time this afternoon by watching some Mariners Cactus League baseball – or more enticingly, Bryan Woo’s first outing of 2026 – you were out of luck. For the first time this spring, we were confined to the narration of Rick Rizzs, Gary Hill Jr., and Charlie Furbush, with some […]

Mariners Spring Training 2026, Game #6: Thread

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Mariners Spring Training 2026, Game #6: Thread

After yesterday’s wild 12-10 loss to the White Sox in which they used eleven (!) pitchers, the Mariners jaunt over to Surprise to take on the Royals, and Bryan Woo will make his first start of the Cactus League. Other than Rob Refsnyder getting his first look in the outfield of the spring and Cole […]

Woo ready to lead Mariners again -- on the mound and in the clubhouse

Woo ready to lead Mariners again -- on the mound and in the clubhouse

SURPRISE, Ariz. -- The defining moments of Bryan Woo's spectacular 2025 were those that no one outside Seattle’s clubhouse saw. In the public eye, there was the All-Star selection, the fifth-place finish for the American League Cy Young Award and the franchise record of pitching through the sixth inning in

Naylor on greeting trailblazer Pawol ahead of at-bat: 'Kindness is free'

Naylor on greeting trailblazer Pawol ahead of at-bat: 'Kindness is free'

PEORIA, Ariz. -- For all his intensity on the field, there’s a gentler side to Josh Naylor that he says is rooted in “respect and kindness.” And no moment encapsulated those values more than when the Mariners first baseman stepped to the plate for the first time for Tuesday afternoon’s

Julio Rodríguez's challenge to Cole Young gives Mariners a new reason to be grateful

Julio Rodríguez's challenge to Cole Young gives Mariners a new reason to be grateful

Julio Rodríguez continues to show how lucky the Mariners are to have him, with Cole Young the latest to benefit from the influence of the charismatic superstar.

Don't laugh at Mariners' totally random pickup from independent leagues

Don't laugh at Mariners' totally random pickup from independent leagues

The Mariners signed Brendan White to a minor league deal. He last pitched in indy ball with the Lancaster Stormers.