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Mariners Promote 21-Year-Old Prospect Michael Arroyo to MLB
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Mariners Promote 21-Year-Old Prospect Michael Arroyo to MLB

Seattle promoted 21-year-old Michael Arroyo from Triple-A Tacoma to the majors, clearing roster space by optioning Patrick Wisdom and moving Nick Davila to the 60-day IL; Arroyo is not on Seattle's 40-man roster, a move that also shields him from the Rule 5 draft. Widely regarded as a top prospect with strong contact skills and versatility (primarily a second baseman who has spent significant time in left field this season), he hit .277/.353/.490 with 8 homers, 4 steals and a 16.2% strikeout rate across Double-A/Triple-A in 235 plate appearances. The Mariners, who have struggled to score this year, are hoping Arroyo's bat and flexibility can produce a spark.

Rodríguez makes MLB history with 5 straight 20-20 seasons as Mariners drop 7-4 to A's
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Rodríguez makes MLB history with 5 straight 20-20 seasons as Mariners drop 7-4 to A's

Lawrence Butler's two-run single in the fifth keyed a 7-4 Athletics win at T-Mobile Park, with Zack Gelof homering early and Julio Rodríguez contributing an RBI double, a run, and three stolen bases to become the first MLB player to start his career with five consecutive 20-homer, 20-steal seasons; Kade Anderson took the loss, Hogan Harris earned the save, and Seattle remained six games back of Houston in the AL West.

Red Sox Edge Mariners as Woo Faces Road Woes in Fenway Showdown
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Red Sox Edge Mariners as Woo Faces Road Woes in Fenway Showdown

Betting preview for Mariners vs Red Sox on Sep 1, 2026, leaning Boston to win with Seattle’s Bryan Woo on the mound, who struggles on the road, while Seattle’s offense has cooled recently; the over/under is 7.5 with a lean to the Over; Roman Anthony is highlighted as a potential homer, based on hard contact against Woo, with a possible delay due to rain and a 6:45 PM ET first pitch at Fenway.

13-year-old Turns Jimothy Raccoon Card Into $20,100 Payday
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13-year-old Turns Jimothy Raccoon Card Into $20,100 Payday

A 13-year-old girl’s gold-bordered, one-of-a-kind Jimothy the raccoon trading card from the Mariners’ Jimothy Night sold on eBay for $20,100 after collectors realized its rarity; Abby’s family considered using the proceeds for her future (college or a home) and the story highlights how a viral mascot card can become a valuable collectible, with base versions selling for modest amounts and the 1/1 gold version setting a new high for stadium giveaway cards.

Wheeler’s Command Slips as Phillies’ Streak Falls in Seattle
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Wheeler’s Command Slips as Phillies’ Streak Falls in Seattle

Zack Wheeler was uncharacteristically ineffective, surrendering five first-inning runs and four homers as Seattle rolled to a 9-2 victory and snapped Philadelphia’s nine-game win streak. His command struggles—five walks and elevated pitches—were the story, while the Phillies’ offense could not mount a comeback. Philadelphia will turn to Aaron Nola next to try to regain momentum.

Mariners ride Cal Raleigh’s three-homer spree to a 9-2 win over the Phillies
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Mariners ride Cal Raleigh’s three-homer spree to a 9-2 win over the Phillies

Seattle snapped its rough stretch against NL competition with a 9-2 rout of Philadelphia, highlighted by Cal Raleigh’s historic three-homer night—the first three-homer game by a Mariner at home since Edgar Martinez in 1999 at T-Mobile Park—and a solo shot from Julio Rodríguez. Logan Gilbert recovered from a rocky start as the offense chased Zack Wheeler early, and Seattle’s bullpen locked the game down with four scoreless innings, capping a night that underscored the team’s short-memory resilience after blowouts and a continued bid to rebound on the road.

Cubs erupt for 19-2 rout of Mariners on West Coast trip
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Cubs erupt for 19-2 rout of Mariners on West Coast trip

The Chicago Cubs hammered the Seattle Mariners in a 19-2 blowout after falling behind 2-0, sparked by Ian Happ’s third-inning grand slam. Seattle’s early lead was erased as Cubs reliever Aaron Civale delivered four scoreless innings following an early exit for Shota Imanaga. Contributions came from Pete Crow-Armstrong and PCA with RBI hits, and Pedro Ramirez added a second grand slam in the late innings to cap the rout, helping Chicago push through the West Coast trip with hopes of catching the Brewers in the division race.

Arozarena's Walk-Off Lifts Mariners Past Cubs 5-4
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Arozarena's Walk-Off Lifts Mariners Past Cubs 5-4

Randy Arozarena delivered a 9th-inning walk-off homer to give the Seattle Mariners a 5-4 win over the Chicago Cubs, capping a tense game after Kade Anderson’s impressive MLB debut and a Cubs lead earlier. Chicago’s David Peterson worked six strong innings, while Pete Crow-Armstrong doubled and Alex Bregman homered as part of a Cubs surge, with Tyrone Taylor contributing an RBI double and two stolen bases. Bregman earned Player of the Game honors for his multi-faceted showing in the loss.

Rivas Delivers Walk-Off in 10th as Mariners Edge Cubs 6-5
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Rivas Delivers Walk-Off in 10th as Mariners Edge Cubs 6-5

Leo Rivas lined an RBI single for a walk-off in the 10th, lifting the Mariners to a 6-5 win over the Cubs in Seattle. Chicago jumped out to a 3-0 lead on first-inning homers by Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman, but Cal Raleigh’s three-run homer sparked Seattle’s comeback and Bregman added a second homer to force extras. Emerson Hancock allowed three runs in 5.2 innings for the Mariners, while Matthew Boyd took the loss after six innings with five runs allowed (four earned). The Cubs went 1-for-16 with runners in scoring position and left 11 on base. With the loss, Chicago sits six games behind the Brewers in the NL Central and three games ahead of the Phillies for the top Wild Card seed. Alex Bregman was named the Player of the Game for his two long balls.

West Coast Showdown: Cubs at Mariners Preview
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West Coast Showdown: Cubs at Mariners Preview

A three-game West Coast series in Seattle features three Cubs left-handed starters (Boyd, Peterson, Imanaga) opposing a Mariners lineup that splits poorly against lefties, with rookie Kade Anderson making his MLB debut for the Cubs on Saturday. Start times are unusually late: Friday at 9:10 p.m. CT on Marquee, Saturday at 6:15 p.m. CT on FOX (not the normal channel), and Sunday at 3:10 p.m. CT on Marquee. The Cubs, 74-54 and five games back, will need improved offense and strong pitching while navigating injuries (Dansby Swanson out with a strained oblique; Palencia returning) as they prepare for a packed schedule, including a Diamondbacks series next week.

Mariners Promote Top Prospect Kade Anderson for MLB Debut vs Cubs
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Mariners Promote Top Prospect Kade Anderson for MLB Debut vs Cubs

The Seattle Mariners will call up top pitching prospect Kade Anderson to make his major-league debut Saturday at home against the Chicago Cubs, aiming to spark a playoff push. Anderson, The Athletic’s No. 1 prospect, has dominated in the minors with a 1.06 ERA and 135 strikeouts in 18 starts for Double-A Arkansas this year and will need to be added to Seattle’s 40-man roster, likely via moving Matt Brash to the 60-day injured list to create space amid Seattle’s slide in the standings.