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Miles Mastrobuoni Miles Mastrobuoni Sticking in organization
Tue, Jul 21, 2026, 5:49 PM
Mastrobuoni cleared waivers Tuesday and was outrighted to Triple-A Tacoma.
Analysis: Mastrobuoni was dropped from the active and 40-man rosters Saturday to make room for Julio Rodriguez's (leg) return from the IL, but the former will officially remain in the Mariners' system after passing through waivers unclaimed. Mastrobuoni, 30, has slashed just .172/.310/.293 through 71 plate appearances at Tacoma and is likely to spend the vast majority of what's left in the season at Triple-A. |
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J.P. Crawford J.P. Crawford Still out of lineup Tuesday
Tue, Jul 21, 2026, 5:33 PM
Crawford (wrist) is not in the lineup Tuesday versus the Reds.
Analysis: Crawford was scratched from Monday's lineup due to a sore left wrist. With the condition of his wrist still in question, he's remaining out Tuesday as Colt Emerson gets the start at shortstop while Weston Wilson starts at third base. |
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Julio Rodriguez Julio Rodriguez Remains day-to-day Tuesday
Tue, Jul 21, 2026, 5:30 PM
Rodriguez (leg) is not in the lineup Tuesday versus the Reds.
Analysis: Rodriguez was pulled from Monday's game against the Reds after getting hid by a throw from shortstop. He was pulled from the game, but Manager Dan Wilson was not too concerned about the star's health. The right-handed bat will sit Tuesday while Wednesday remains unknown. The Mariners have a day off Friday as they travel to Texas. Victor Robles has the start in center field is batting seventh. |
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J.P. Crawford J.P. Crawford Recovering from sore wrist
Tue, Jul 21, 2026, 12:50 PM
Mariners manager Dan Wilson said after Monday's 8-0 win over the Reds that Crawford was scratched from the lineup due to a sore left wrist, LookoutLanding.com reports.
Analysis: Colt Emerson was a late addition to the lineup as a replacement for Crawford, whom the Mariners are viewing as day-to-day while he manages the wrist issue. Since coming off the injured list June 16 after missing time with a bruised right hand, Crawford has served as a near-everyday player while moving between third base and shortstop but has slashed just .190/.302/.240 over 28 games. Crawford could be in danger of fading into more of a utility role once Brendan Donovan (groin) completes his rehab assignment and returns from the 10-day IL. |
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Shaky since return
Tue, Jul 21, 2026, 10:46 AM
Single-A Inland Empire activated Steensma (forearm) from the 7-day injured list July 10.
Analysis: Per Geoff Pontes of Baseball America, Steensma suffered a right forearm strain May 10, so he ended up missing exactly two months after the serious diagnosis. There is a significant risk of re-injury for any pitcher who suffers a forearm strain that doesn't lead to surgery, and it's worth noting Steensma logged a 1.42 ERA and 0.47 WHIP in 19 innings pre-injury and he has a 10.80 ERA and 1.80 WHIP in 3.1 innings (two appearances) since returning to action. |
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On mend from TJS
Tue, Jul 21, 2026, 10:41 AM
Shen is recovering from Tommy John surgery, Geoff Pontes of Baseball America reports.
Analysis: It's unclear exactly when Shen had the procedure, but he didn't pitch at all this season, as the injury occurred early in camp. He'll likely be out until at least the middle of the 2027 season. The 22-year-old Taiwanese righty logged a 4.67 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 68:14 K:BB in 69.1 innings in the lower levels of the minors in 2025. |
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Julio Rodriguez Julio Rodriguez Pulled from Monday's matchup
Mon, Jul 20, 2026, 10:16 PM
Rodriguez was removed during the sixth inning of Monday's game against the Reds for an unspecified reason, Adam Jude of The Seattle Times reports.
Analysis: Rodriguez looked to grab at his left hamstring after beating out a throw at first base in the bottom half of the fifth inning, per Jude, but the team has yet to provide an official update. Weston Wilson was deployed in right field and Victor Robles was bumped over to center in Rodriguez's place. |
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Leo Rivas Leo Rivas Returns from MiLB IL
Mon, Jul 20, 2026, 7:46 PM
Rivas (undisclosed) was activated from the 7-day injured list Friday.
Analysis: Rivas missed all of June while dealing with an unspecified injury, but he made four rehab appearances in the Arizona Complex League in early July and has since returned to Triple-A Tacoma. He's 1-for-5 with a walk and three strikeouts in two games since his activation. |
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J.P. Crawford J.P. Crawford Scratched from Monday's lineup
Mon, Jul 20, 2026, 6:48 PM
Crawford (undisclosed) was scratched from Monday's lineup against the Reds, Adam Jude of The Seattle Times reports.
Analysis: Colt Emerson was initially scheduled for an off-day, but he will now start at shortstop for the Mariners and bat ninth. It's unclear why Crawford was removed from the lineup, but Seattle should provide an update on the veteran shortstop before or during Monday's game. |
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Promoted to Double-A
Sun, Jul 19, 2026, 9:45 PM
Celesten was promoted to Double-A Arkansas on Sunday, Adam Jude of The Seattle Times reports.
Analysis: Celesten will move up a level in the Mariners' minor-league system after he posted a .314 average with 13 home runs, 52 RBI, 64 runs scored and 18 stolen bases over 309 at-bats in 80 contests with High-A Everett so far this year. The 20-year-old is considered to be one of Seattle's top overall prospects, and he'll look to maintain his impressive level of production with Arkansas. |
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Josh Naylor Josh Naylor Records 19th steal
Sun, Jul 19, 2026, 6:16 PM
Naylor went 2-for-4 with one RBI, one stolen base and one run scored in Sunday's 6-3 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Naylor saw his nine-game hitting streak snapped Saturday, but he responded with his first multi-hit effort since June 30. The first baseman has picked up four steals on five attempts in July and is now 19-for-23 on the basepaths this season. He's batting .253 with a .671 OPS, eight home runs, 37 RBI, 37 runs scored and 12 doubles over 93 games. |
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Luke Raley Luke Raley Hits go-ahead homer
Sun, Jul 19, 2026, 6:14 PM
Raley went 1-for-2 with a solo home run in Sunday's 6-3 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Raley came off the bench for Weston Wilson in the sixth inning and delivered a go-ahead homer. Raley had gone 21 games without a long balls, batting just .164 with three RBI and a 3:20 BB:K in that span. He's hitting .230 with a .746 OPS, 15 homers, 37 RBI, 26 runs scored, one stolen base, nine doubles and a triple over 85 contests. The recent downward trend could lead to him becoming a bench bat if he doesn't turn things around, though he should still see a decent amount of time against right-handed pitchers as a left-handed hitter. |
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Cole Young Cole Young Homers again in Sunday's win
Sun, Jul 19, 2026, 6:11 PM
Young went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and a second run scored in Sunday's 6-3 win over the Giants.
Analysis: This was Young's second consecutive multi-hit effort, both of which have included a homer. The second baseman has 13 long balls on the year, including four over his last nine contests. He's now batting .256 with a .724 OPS, 48 RBI, 48 runs scored, three stolen bases, 14 doubles and a triple over 100 games this season. Young batted third Sunday against southpaw Robbie Ray -- the 22-year-old infielder could stick higher in the order if he sustains his momentum. |
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Andres Munoz Andres Munoz Perfect for save Sunday
Sun, Jul 19, 2026, 6:07 PM
Munoz struck out two in a perfect inning to earn the save in Sunday's 6-3 win over the Giants.
Analysis: This was Munoz's first save since July 2, in part due to the Mariners stumbling into the All-Star break. He's on a 12-inning scoreless streak, in which he has posted an 18:4 K:BB. Munoz is up to 17 saves in 22 chances this season while pitching to a 3.96 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 55:15 K:BB through 36.1 innings. |
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Logan Gilbert Logan Gilbert Strikes out 10 in win
Sun, Jul 19, 2026, 6:05 PM
Gilbert (8-6) allowed three runs on four hits and a walk while striking out 10 over six innings to earn the win over the Giants on Sunday.
Analysis: Gilbert has gone at least six innings in seven consecutive starts, allowing 14 runs over 46.1 innings with a 52:8 K:BB in that span. The right-hander allowed an early home run to Bryce Eldridge in the first inning and another run before the frame was over, but Gilbert was able to settle in. For the season, he now has a 3.38 ERA, 0.98 WHIP and 129:25 K:BB through 120 innings over 20 starts. Gilbert's next outing is projected to be on the road versus the Rangers. |
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Emerson Hancock Emerson Hancock Set to start Wednesday
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 4:04 PM
Hancock (hand) is slated to start Wednesday's game against the Reds, Tim Booth of The Seattle Times reports.
Analysis: Hancock exited his final start before the All-Star break Sunday after getting hit on the hand by a comebacker. X-rays came back negative after the game, and now that he's had extra time to recover thanks to the intermission and a move to the back of the rotation, he'll be able to make his next start without having to spend time on the IL. The 27-year-old righty currently boasts a 3.17 ERA and 1.01 WHIP for the season and has conceded just one run in his last 14.1 innings. |
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Miles Mastrobuoni Miles Mastrobuoni DFA'd by Seattle
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 3:03 PM
The Mariners designated Mastrobuoni for assignment Saturday.
Analysis: After having his contract selected by Seattle on July 3, Mastrobuoni made only three at-bats for the big-league club before being DFA'd on Saturday. This marks the second time the 30-year-old has been designated for assignment by Seattle this campaign. With Julio Rodriguez coming back from the 7-day injured list, the Mariners needed to make room for him on the active roster. |
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Julio Rodriguez Julio Rodriguez Reinstated from injured list
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 2:59 PM
The Mariners reinstated Rodriguez from the 7-day injured list Saturday.
Analysis: Rodriguez (concussion) is back from his brief absence on the 7-day IL, which began July 3. The 25-year-old adds a much-needed bat to Seattle's lineup, as he has slashed .259/.323/.424 with 14 homers and 40 RBI in 378 plate appearances this season. In order to make room for Rodriguez on the active roster, Seattle designated Miles Mastrobuoni for assignment. Rodriguez is in Saturday's lineup, batting second and acting as the designated hitter for Seattle. |
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Rob Refsnyder Rob Refsnyder Ready for rehab assignment
Fri, Jul 17, 2026, 5:19 PM
Refsnyder (knee) will embark on a rehab assignment with Triple-A Tacoma on Saturday, Tim Booth of The Seattle Times reports.
Analysis: Refsnyder landed on the 10-day IL in late June due to right knee inflammation. The veteran outfielder has progressed enough in his recovery to go on a rehab assignment, which could have him back in the majors by late July or early August. Refsnyder has struggled at the plate this season, posting a .422 OPS with three home runs and nine RBI across 119 plate appearances. |
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Brendan Donovan Brendan Donovan Moving rehab to Triple-A
Fri, Jul 17, 2026, 5:05 PM
Donovan (groin) will shift his rehab assignment to Triple-A Tacoma on Friday, Shannon Drayer of SeattleSports.com reports.
Analysis: Donovan was cleared to embark on a rehab assignment Wednesday in the Arizona Complex League. He'll take the next step in his recovery by playing in Triple-A, but given that he's been sidelined for nearly two months, Donovan will likely need to play in quite a few minor-league games before returning to the majors. |
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