Guardians manager Stephen Vogt confirms he’ll stay in Cleveland for a fourth season, dismissing interest from the Seattle Mariners. Vogt, who earned AL Manager of the Year honors in 2024‑25 and is a finalist again, led Cleveland to the ALCS in 2026 before a six‑game loss to the Rays. He recently signed a multiyear extension, and club president Chris Antonetti expects a long tenure. Despite speculation about a rare manager trade, the Mariners have not approached him. Vogt also noted his family’s commitment to Cleveland, while coach Carl Willis and key pitchers like Gavin Williams and Cade Smith are set to return next year.
Two-time American League Manager of the Year Award winner Stephen Vogt led the Cleveland Guardians to the American League Championship Series this year. Cleveland fell two victories short of reaching the Fall Classic, however. Vogt remains under contract with the Guardians, but rumors have connected him to the Seattle Mariners’ job opening. The Guards manager […]
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Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt quashes recent Seattle Mariners speculation, confirming he will stay in Cleveland. Speaking at the end‑of‑season media availability on Oct. 22, 2026, Vogt said he’s under contract, loves Cleveland, and wants to be close to his family in Ohio. The rumors, fueled by his Seattle‑area roots and a leaked comment from reporter Anthony Castrovince, are deemed a “nonstarter” by local experts. With three straight playoff runs under his belt, the Guardians appear set to keep Vogt for the foreseeable future.
Even though Seattle’s Mariners missed the Fall Classic, several former Mariner alumni are key players in this year’s World Series between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Tampa Bay Rays. First baseman Jake Bauers, who won NLCS MVP, spent a brief stint in Seattle in 2021. Infielder Ben Williamson debuted with the Mariners before a trade sent him to Tampa Bay, where he posted a steady 76 wRC+ in 2026. Pitchers Freddy Peralta and Brody Hopkins also trace their roots to Seattle, with Peralta now facing his old club after a mid‑season move to the Rays and Hopkins emerging as a top‑100 prospect despite command issues. The Rays field three (four counting Casey Legumina) former Mariner players, giving Seattle fans plenty to watch.
Dodgers right‑hander Will Klein undergoes right elbow surgery to remove bone chips and a spur, the team announced on October 22, 2026. Acquired from Seattle in June 2025, Klein helped the Dodgers win the World Series with a career‑best four‑inning relief effort in Game 3. In 2026 he made the opening‑day roster and logged 41 2/3 innings with a 3.67 ERA, 49 strikeouts and two saves before landing on the injured list on Aug. 1. The procedure aims to have him ready for spring training, with one option year left on his contract.
With the Mariners missing the playoffs, the 2026 World Series will feature a first‑time champion for the second time in four years – the Milwaukee Brewers or the Tampa Bay Rays. Both clubs have Seattle ties: the Brewers began as the Seattle Pilots in 1969, and the Rays have made the most trades with the Mariners under Jerry Dipoto. As the Brewers and Rays clinch their league titles, fans are asked to pick which team will finally break through and claim the Fall Classic.
No matter how you slice it, the 2026 season was nothing but a disappointment for the Seattle Mariners. A year after winning the AL West, winning 90 games, and going to Game 7 of the ALCS, the Mariners fell flat on their face. A whopping 76 wins, good for third place in what would turn […]
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Good morning, foLLks, and happy Thursday! Today is the last day before the World Series kicks off, and Jacob Misiorowski has unsurprisingly been tabbed as the Brewers’ Game 1 starter in Milwaukee. Who do you think the Rays will counter with? In Mariners news: Around the league:
The Athletic reports that Seattle’s Mariners are interviewing 36‑year‑old Jason Kanzler for their next manager, joining candidates Joe Espada and Rocco Baldelli. Kanzler, now the Chicago Cubs’ director of player development, rose from a short Minor‑League playing stint with the Twins to a World Series‑winning coaching role with the Astros in 2022. Known for his tech‑savvy approach and experience guiding top prospects—seven in the Cubs’ 2024 farm system—Kanzler could help Seattle navigate a similar talent‑pipeline challenge as the Mariners have already promoted four of their seven top‑100 prospects. At 36, he brings a fresh, development‑focused perspective but lacks extensive big‑league managerial experience.
Catcher Mitch Garver announces his retirement after a ten‑year MLB career with the Twins, Rangers and Mariners. Drafted by Minnesota in 2013, he burst onto the scene in 2019 with 31 homers and a .273/.365/.630 line, fueling the Twins’ “Bomba Squad.” Injuries and declining production slowed him after a strong 2023 Rangers playoff run that helped Seattle win its first title. Over 702 games he posted a .229/.325/.432 slash line, 110 homers, 324 RBIs and earned just under $35 million before hanging up his spikes.
As two small-market teams battle for a World Series title, the Mariners are once again watching from home. Could adding proven postseason talent finally help Seattle break through?
The Seattle Mariners are in the advanced stage of hiring a new manager after parting with Dan Wilson. Sources from The Athletic list Jason Kanzler, Joe Espana and Rocco Baldelli among the front‑runners, with former Diamondbacks boss Torey Lovullo also mentioned before he re‑signed with Arizona. Kanzler, a 36‑year‑old former Astros hitting coach now Cubs director of player development, would be an unconventional pick compared to experienced managers Espana and Baldelli, who both recently left Astros and Twins posts. Mariners president Jerry Dipoto says the club wants fresh ideas while still valuing experience.
The 2026 World Series pits two franchise first‑timers against each other—the Milwaukee Brewers and the Tampa Bay Rays—each chasing their inaugural championship. After ousting the Padres and Dodgers, the Brewers now face the Rays, who also have never won a title. The article traces both clubs' parallel histories since the 1998 league realignment that moved the Brewers to the NL, highlighting early successes in 2008, subsequent rebuilding periods, and their recent postseason resurgence. The matchup promises historic stakes as one team will finally break its championship drought.
With the 2026 World Series just two days away, the latest Mariners update includes player insights from Kate Pruesser on what they want from the next manager. Across MLB, the Astros interview former players Josh Barfield and Randy Flores for a GM role, while Drew Rasmussen's changeup earns him top honors in the postseason, according to Baseball Prospectus. David Adler questions Jacob Misiorowski's World Series potential, and Baseball America’s J.J. Cooper ranks the Mariners near the bottom of farm systems based on Statcast data.
The Seattle Mariners have fired most of their coaching staff and are hunting a new manager who can solve a deep‑seated clubhouse leadership void that plagued their 2026 season. With younger, home‑grown talent like catcher Cal Raleigh (30) and pitcher Bryan Woo stepping up, the team seeks a clear identity and accountability after a disappointing, injury‑marred year and the mid‑season trade of veteran Luis Castillo. The incoming manager must not only select a fresh staff but also navigate the idiosyncrasies of a clubhouse lacking direction, turning hard‑won lessons into a cohesive plan for a competitive 2027.
The Tampa Bay Rays clinch a 7-3 win over the Cleveland Guardians in ALCS Game 6, securing a World Series berth against the Milwaukee Brewers on Oct. 23. Junior Caminero hits his first postseason homer, extending the lead in the seventh inning, while former Ray Randy Arozarena watches from the stands. Meanwhile, the Seattle Mariners aim to finalize their new manager by next week, and Yankees’ Aaron Boone is confirmed to return for his 10th season in 2027. Twins veteran Josh Bell continues his consistent power hitting, and the Guardians’ young core looks ahead to 2027.
The Seattle Mariners entered the 2026 season with lofty expectations. After reaching the American League Championship Series in 2025, it seemed as if Seattle could take the next step and become a World Series ball club this year. Instead, the Mariners fell short of expectations and missed the postseason altogether. Now, they are looking to […]
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The Inland Empire 66ers endured a rough 2026 campaign, finishing 59-72 – the second‑worst record in the California League – but showcased several bright Mariners prospects. Pitcher Mason Peters emerged as the top riser, posting a 1.43 ERA with a 2.80 K/BB ratio before earning a promotion to High‑A Everett. Ace Reese dazzled with an almost .1200 OPS (.440/.530/.667) despite defensive growing pains at third base. Center fielder Korbyn Dickerson contributed 15 homers, 35 steals and solid defense, hinting at a future top‑10 prospect status. The 66ers’ strong second‑half run (31‑34) and league‑leading K/BB ratio offer optimism for the 2027 season.
The Philadelphia Phillies hired former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza as their third‑base and infield coach, but he was also a leading candidate for Seattle’s vacant manager spot. Mendoza withdrew from the Mariners’ race after accepting the Phillies role. Seattle, whose skipper Dan Wilson announced he won’t return after a 2025 AL West‑winning season and a disappointing 2026 campaign (10 games under .500), has looked to experienced managers—Diamondbacks’ Torey Lovullo was considered before re‑signing with Arizona. With Mendoza and Lovullo off the market, the Mariners’ only confirmed candidate is former Astros manager Joe Espada, who received interview permission just before Houston announced his contract wouldn’t be renewed.
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Meet the Mets Mets top prospect Jefferson Rojas launched a pair of homers last night in the Winter League; the 21-year-old Dominican is 4-for-7 overall in his first two games with Cibao. Around the National League East Former Mets manager Carlos Mendoza was a candidate for the Mariners’ managerial job before withdrawing his name to […]
The Orioles’ disappointing season can be attributed to poor offensive and defensive performances by key players, and injuries to some others. It can’t be attributed to the bullpen. Perhaps the most surprising stat about Oriole relievers is that they pitched the fourth-fewest innings in baseball, 573. Only the Dodgers, Phillies and Mariners used the bullpen […]
The New York Mets decided to move on from manager Carlos Mendoza during the regular season. It seemed as if Mendoza would be a candidate to manage once again in 2027. Sure enough, Mendoza was reportedly linked to the Seattle Mariners manager opening before he joined the Philadelphia Phillies as a third base and infield […]
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Shohei Ohtani and Jazz Chisholm Jr. are among the notable MLB players whose futures have recently come up in notable rumors.
Hello friends, and welcome to the weekend! The ALCS resumes today after an unplanned day off (more on that below). Let’s explore all of that and more in today’s batch of links. MLB Postseason scores… In Mariners news… Around the league…