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Brendan Donovan Brendan Donovan Showing signs of improvement
Mon, Aug 24, 2026, 6:23 PM
The Mariners stated Monday that Donovan's concussion symptoms are starting to improve, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Donovan was placed on the 7-day concussion injured list Sunday after he was struck by a ball in the batting cage over the weekend. He's eligible to be activated from the IL on Saturday in Toronto, though it remains to be seen whether he'll be ready. Donovan's progress over the next few days will likely determine whether he's able to be activated following a minimum stay on the shelf. |
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Colt Emerson Colt Emerson Set for season-ending wrist surgery
Mon, Aug 24, 2026, 5:07 PM
Emerson will undergo season-ending left wrist surgery Wednesday, Adam Jude of The Seattle Times reports.
Analysis: The exact nature of the procedure is not clear, but Emerson is expected to be 100 percent recovered in time for spring training. The rookie infielder finishes his season having slashed .190/.246/.335 with eight home runs, three stolen bases and a 15:83 BB:K over 69 games. Despite the lackluster first stint in the big leagues, Emerson is the odds-on favorite to open the 2027 campaign as the Mariners' starting shortstop. |
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Bryan Woo Bryan Woo Confident to start Wednesday
Mon, Aug 24, 2026, 4:59 PM
Woo (shoulder) told reporters Monday that he's "100 percent confident" he will make his scheduled start against the Phillies on Wednesday, Adam Jude of The Seattle Times reports.
Analysis: Woo has been working through right shoulder soreness, which shortened his last start against the Astros on Aug. 16 and caused him to skip a turn in the rotation Friday against the Cubs. He felt optimistic after throwing a bullpen session Sunday, and it appears the right-hander will toe the rubber for Wednesday's series finale. Woo has a 9-8 record over 24 starts this season with a 4.10 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 137:29 K:BB across 138.1 innings. |
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J.P. Crawford J.P. Crawford Could be activated Tuesday
Mon, Aug 24, 2026, 4:51 PM
Crawford (wrist) has rejoined the Mariners in Seattle and could be activated from the 10-day injured list as soon as Tuesday, Adam Jude of The Seattle Times reports.
Analysis: Crawford has been sidelined for all of August with left wrist inflammation, but he's nearly ready to roll after going 4-for-11 with one home run in three rehab games with Triple-A Tacoma. With Colt Emerson (wrist) and Brendan Donovan (concussion) shelved, Crawford should see plenty of playing time on the left side of the Mariners' infield, once he's activated. |
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Jhonathan Diaz Jhonathan Diaz Goes unclaimed off waivers
Mon, Aug 24, 2026, 12:52 PM
The Mariners outrighted Diaz to Triple-A Tacoma on Monday.
Analysis: Diaz will stick around in the Mariners organization after going unclaimed off waivers when he was designated for assignment Saturday. The 29-year-old lefty's stay on the 40-man roster and 26-man active roster lasted just three days, with Diaz allowing one run on two hits and no walks over 1.1 innings in his lone relief appearance. |
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Bryce Miller Bryce Miller Pitching through minor lat issue
Mon, Aug 24, 2026, 11:06 AM
Miller conceded after Sunday's loss to the Cubs that he's dealt with a minor right lat injury since his July 24 start against the Rangers, Adam Jude of The Seattle Times reports.
Analysis: Miller had a start pushed back one day when he first began feeling discomfort in his lat. He's taken the ball on turn since then, but the results have not been there, with the hurler logging a 7.92 ERA, 1.50 WHIP and 21:15 K:BB over 30.2 frames covering his last six outings. A move to the bullpen for Miller is possible, but the health of Bryan Woo (shoulder) complicates the decision. For now, Miller is tentatively lined up to start Sunday's game in Toronto. |
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Victor Robles Victor Robles Pair of steals in Sunday's loss
Sun, Aug 23, 2026, 10:43 PM
Robles went 1-for-3 with a run scored, a walk and two steals in Sunday's loss against the Cubs.
Analysis: Robles was active on the bases in the second inning, swiping second base before stealing third and scoring on a throwing error on the play. Sunday marked the outfielder's second multi-steal effort of the season, with the other instance coming June 28 against the Guardians. In 145 plate appearances this year, Robles is hitting .262/.322/.315 with no homers, nine RBI, 14 runs and 10 stolen bases. |
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Randy Arozarena Randy Arozarena Crushes 20th homer
Sun, Aug 23, 2026, 10:37 PM
Arozarena went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and a walk in Sunday's 19-2 loss to the Cubs.
Analysis: After crushing a walk-off two-run homer Saturday, Arozarena opened the scoring with a leadoff long ball in the bottom of the first inning Sunday. The left fielder has now tallied 20 homers and 20 stolen bases through 123 games in 2026, marking his sixth straight 20-20 campaign. While the Mariners have struggled and are fighting for a spot in the postseason, Arozarena has done his part offensively in August, slashing .250/.341/.563 with seven homers, 10 RBI and 16 runs across 20 contests this month. |
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Bryan Woo Bryan Woo Optimistic after bullpen session
Sun, Aug 23, 2026, 10:17 PM
Woo (shoulder) completed a successful bullpen session Sunday, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Woo last pitched Aug. 16 against the Astros, exiting the contest after having tossed six innings of two-run ball while throwing 75 total pitches. The right-hander was lifted due to right shoulder soreness, and his next turn in the rotation was skipped. Woo left Sunday's bullpen session feeling optimistic about the shoulder, and he outlined that he didn't think that his season was in jeopardy, but he still wants to be cautious. Woo is currently occupying a spot on the 26-man roster, and if he can't pitch in the near future, he will need to be placed on the injured list. The Mariners are expected to make a decision about the 26-year-old's future before the team's series opener against the Phillies on Monday. |
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Bryce Miller Bryce Miller Struggles continue in eighth loss
Sun, Aug 23, 2026, 10:11 PM
Miller (4-8) took the loss Sunday, allowing six runs on two hits and seven walks over 4.1 innings against the Cubs. He struck out five.
Analysis: Miller endured a disastrous third inning, surrendering a pair of homers as part of a five-run frame for the Cubs. His seven walks marked a career high, surpassing his previous worst of five free passes in April 2025. The right-hander has struggled mightily of late, allowing 20 earned runs across 20 innings in four August starts. With an overall 4.12 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 92:25 K:BB in 94 innings (17 appearances), Miller will look to get back on track next time out, tentatively scheduled for Sunday against the Blue Jays. |
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Patrick Wisdom Patrick Wisdom Returns to majors
Sun, Aug 23, 2026, 4:27 PM
The Mariners recalled Wisdom from Triple-A Tacoma on Sunday, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Following Brendan Donovan's (concussion) placement on the injured list Sunday, Wisdom will get his first look in the majors since mid-June. The 34-year-old is batting 5-for-41 (.122 average) with one homer and 18 strikeouts in 15 big-league games this season. |
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Taylor Ward Taylor Ward Not in Sunday's lineup
Sun, Aug 23, 2026, 3:44 PM
Ward is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cubs.
Analysis: Ward started the past four games after missing the previous five contests due to quadriceps soreness, and he'll check out of the starting nine Sunday to get some scheduled rest. Dominic Canzone is serving as the designated hitter while Victor Robles starts in right field. |
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Brendan Donovan Brendan Donovan Lands on concussion IL
Sun, Aug 23, 2026, 1:47 PM
The Mariners placed Donovan on the 7-day injured list Sunday due to a concussion, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: It's another unfortunate injury for the 29-year-old, who was struck in the head by a baseball in the batting cage prior to Saturday's contest. Donovan will be sidelined for at least the next week as he goes through the concussion protocols. Patrick Wisdom is filling the open roster spot, but it's Weston Wilson starting at third base Sunday against the Cubs. |
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Randy Arozarena Randy Arozarena Delivers walk-off two-run homer
Sat, Aug 22, 2026, 9:22 PM
Arozarena went 3-for-4 with two home runs, three RBI and a walk in Saturday's 5-4 win over the Cubs.
Analysis: Arozarena played the part of hero, cranking a walk-off two-run shot Saturday. Additionally, it was the outfielder's first multi-homer game of the season and the ninth of his career. Through 526 plate appearances, Arozarena is slashing a healthy .275/.369/.463 with 19 homers, 26 doubles, 57 RBI, 20 stolen bases and 83 runs scored. |
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Kade Anderson Kade Anderson Just misses quality start in MLB debut
Sat, Aug 22, 2026, 9:02 PM
Anderson took a no-decision against the Cubs on Saturday, allowing three runs on five hits and two walks in 5.2 innings. He struck out five.
Analysis: Making his highly anticipated major-league debut, the 22-year-old southpaw fired four shutout innings to begin Saturday's outing before faltering a bit. The Cubs tagged Anderson for a pair of solo home runs in the sixth inning to spoil what was an outstanding opening act up until that point, but the rookie hurler still showed plenty of promise overall. Anderson, widely regarded as the top pitching prospect in baseball, is tentatively slated to make his second big-league appearance next weekend in Toronto. |
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Brendan Donovan Brendan Donovan Sustains head injury pregame
Sat, Aug 22, 2026, 6:48 PM
Donovan was scratched from Saturday's lineup against the Cubs after being hit in the head by a baseball in the batting cages pregame.
Analysis: Donovan is currently being evaluated by the medical staff for his head injury, and the Mariners should have an update before too long. Weston Wilson was a late addition to the Mariners' lineup Saturday, starting at third base and batting eighth. |
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Brendan Donovan Brendan Donovan Late scratch Saturday
Sat, Aug 22, 2026, 6:17 PM
Donovan (undisclosed) was a late scratch for Saturday's game against the Cubs, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports.
Analysis: The Mariners waited until the very last moment to make a lineup change, and the nature and severity of Donovan's unspecified injury is unclear. Weston Wilson is in at third base in Donovan's absence. |
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Bryan Woo Bryan Woo Will throw bullpen Sunday
Sat, Aug 22, 2026, 4:12 PM
Woo (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Sunday, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Woo was removed from his most recent start after 75 pitches due to shoulder soreness. The right-hander's subsequent turn in the rotation was skipped, but he was able to throw a bullpen Thursday and is slated for another Sunday. How he comes out of Sunday's session will determine how/when the Mariners put him back into their rotation, per Kramer. |
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Brock Rodden Brock Rodden Getting breather Saturday
Sat, Aug 22, 2026, 3:30 PM
Rodden isn't starting Saturday against the Cubs.
Analysis: Rodden started seven straight contests at shortstop after getting called up Aug. 14, but he'll hit the bench Saturday despite holding his own with a .250/.321/.417 slash line and three RBI during his time in the big leagues so far. Leo Rivas is stepping in to start at shortstop Saturday. |
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Jhonathan Diaz Jhonathan Diaz Designated for assignment
Sat, Aug 22, 2026, 1:03 PM
The Mariners designated Diaz for assignment Saturday.
Analysis: Diaz gave up one run on two hits and struck out a batter in 1.1 innings during his lone appearance with the Mariners on Thursday. He'll now lose his spot on both the active and 40-man rosters to make room for the addition of top prospect Kade Anderson to Seattle's rotation. Diaz carries a 6.22 ERA through 111.1 innings at Triple-A Tacoma and is likely to remain there for the rest of the year if he clears waivers. |
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