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Carp Destined to Haunt M’s If Traded
February 19th, 2013 at 1:00 PM
The offseason additions of Kendrys Morales, Michael Morse, Raul Ibanez have solidified a need for backup at 1st base should starter Justin Smoak fail to perform out of the chute. With regards to the outfield a healthy Franklin Gutierrez, up-and-comer Michael Saunders, and "The Beast" Michael Morse (a nickname bestowed upon...

All 2012 Ex-Mariner Team: Then and Now
October 16th, 2012 at 3:54 PM
Now that the 2012 MLB postseason has started and already has it's twist and turns, one thing I can't help but realize is the amount of ex-Seattle Mariners who are producing for their ballclubs in October. What would the run-challenged 2012 offense look like if these players were still in...

Despite Blowout 10-0 Blowout Loss to Minnesota Twins, Mariners Still Looking Good
August 30th, 2012 at 11:58 AM
For a team that has had played in four 1-run games in the past five contests, the Seattle Mariners got knocked around Wednesday night losing to the Minnesota Twins 10-0. While it would be nice to be on the other end of that conclusion, however, the M's played a game...

Ex Seattle Mariner, Michael Pineda Has a Long Way to Go to Get Back to 2011 Results
April 3rd, 2012 at 2:00 PM
There has been a lot of speculation this offseason and spring training whether or not the Seattle Mariners or the New York Yankees got the better end of the dynamic trade that took place this off-season.  We at www.Mariners101.com love talking about it, because it truly was the trade of all trades. Sending Jesus Montero, the Yankees best hitting prospect to Seattle...

The Seattle Mariners 28-Man Roster for Japanese Opener
March 27th, 2012 at 10:54 AM
The Seattle Mariners announced their planned 28-man roster for the season opener in Japan.  The Mariners traveled with 30 players to Japan.  All 30 were eligible for the previously played exhibition games.  For the start of the regular season however, the Mariners had to announce a 28-man roster, then designate three of those players as ineligible.   To move from 30 players to 28 the Mariners made the following moves: OF Carlos Peguero, RHP Chance Ruffin...

The Seattle Mariners Release Hong-Chi Kuo
March 19th, 2012 at 2:58 PM
The Seattle Mariners released Hong-Chi Kuo Monday.  The 30-year-old reliever was signed to a one year deal this offseason but never managed to put it all together.  ***PHOTO1***The Mariners were keeping a close eye on Kuo.  The former all-star was coming off a rough year in 2011, where he was eventually released by the Los Angeles Dodgers.  The Mariners were hopeful this acquisition would be...

Mariners 101 Podcast, Episode Two: Reality Check
March 2nd, 2012 at 1:10 PM
Mariners101 Podcast, Episode 2 The second episode of the Mariners 101 Podcast breaks down all of the recent news around Franklin Gutierrez, and how the Mariners will have to move forward without him this spring.  Clubhouse leadership is addressed and you might be surprised at what the guys have to say. Is Chone Figgins the real deal, again?  The guys take a look at...

Mariners 101 Podcast: Episode 1, Go Mariners!
February 24th, 2012 at 12:27 PM
Mariners 101 Podcast: Episode 1 Here is the very first show of the Mariners 101 Podcast.  In this show we talk about Chone Figgins, Ichiro, Jesus Montero, and a whole lot of other names in the Mariners organization. It will only be temporary that we host the shows as articles on the page until we embed a media player and...

Seattle Mariners, Ichiro Suzuki Out of the Leadoff Spot: Chone Figgins In
February 21st, 2012 at 3:17 PM
After Tuesdays practice, Manager Eric Wedge made it official that Ichiro will not be hitting leadoff when the season starts; Chone Figgins will.  There's been a lot of speculation this offseason about the change but now it seems to be something of certainty.  ***PHOTO1*** We talked about it earlier at Mariners 101...

Seattle Mariners Excited About Plans to Bring Back the NBA in Seattle
February 17th, 2012 at 8:37 AM
There's been a lot of talk in Seattle about bringing an NBA team (THE SONICS!) back to Seattle.  The plan might also bring an NHL franchise along with it.  For fans this is great news.  The new arena would be built in the SoDo district near Safeco Field and Ques.. oops, Century Link Field.   The Seattle Mariners, both players and the organization have said they're "excited" about...

Spring Training Day Five, 60 of the 66 Players Have Arrived
February 16th, 2012 at 3:07 PM
More and more players continue to pile into the Mariners' Peoria complex.  After today, 60 of the 66 players invited to the big league camp were spotted somewhere around the complex.   Aside from the players some big names like Mariners President Howard Lincoln were in attendance as well.  Geoff Baker posted a video of Lincoln watching Vinnie Catricala taking batting practice earlier this morning.  You can see that video...

New York Yankees Looking to Ship A.J. Burnett, Possible Bad Contract Exchange for Chone Figgins
February 9th, 2012 at 5:38 PM
Let's make it clear, this is nothing more than a rumor right now, but it is possible that the Seattle Mariners and New York Yankees could possibly do a  bad contract exchange bringing A.J. Burnett to Seattle and send Chone Figgins to New York.   Right now, the Yankees are talking with the Pittsburg Pirates in effort to...

2012 PECOTA Forecasts are Out, Go Crazy Nerds, Go Crazy
February 9th, 2012 at 1:09 PM
If you don't know what PECOTA is, we'll hook you up with the skinny so when baseball nerds reference it you're not left scratching your head.  PECOTA is a acronym for Player Empirical Comparison and Optimization Test Algorithm.  Simply put, it is a system that forecasts major league baseball player performance using sabermetrics.   For fantasy baseball enthusiasts, it can really give you an edge when drafting your team.  For major league organizations, prospects can be...

Seattle Mariners Starting Nine, Outfielders Examined
February 7th, 2012 at 12:27 PM
Here's a look at the Seattle Mariners outfield by position.  There are a few sure things and some options to play with so it will be fun evaluation this portion of the starting nine.   Right Field  ***PHOTO1*** There's no question about who will start in right field for the Mariners in 2012.  Ichiro Suzuki has been the guy since...

Seattle Mariners Add Pitching While Fans Speculate Over Team Objectives
February 6th, 2012 at 2:55 PM
Earlier today the Seattle Mariners added depth to their bullpen with lefty Hong-Chih Kuo and righty Shawn Kemp.  In order to make room on the 40 man roster,  the Mariners have designated OF Mike Wilson and C Chris Gimenez for assignment.  Will this be the last moves Seattle makes this off season or will there be more surprises to come?  ***PHOTO1*** Normally no one would...

Seattle Mariners Sign Relief Pitcher Shawn Camp, Busy Monday for the Team
February 6th, 2012 at 11:41 AM
 ***PHOTO1*** The Seattle Mariners have made another signing this Monday morning.  News broke earlier that they added lefty Hong-Chih Kuo and now it's been announced that the team has also added right handed relief pitcher Shawn Camp. Last season with the Toronto Blue Jays, Camp posted a 4.21 ERA in 66.1 innings of work.  His strike out to walk ratio has dropped considerably in the...

Seattle Mariners to Sign Ex-Dodger, Hong-Chih Kuo
February 6th, 2012 at 9:52 AM
Channel News Asia (CNA) has reported the Seattle Mariners are going to sign Hong-Chih Kuo.  The Mariners team officials have not confirmed anything so as of now, it is still a rumor, just as it had been all weekend.     ***PHOTO1*** The 30 year old left handed reliever was excellent for the Los Angeles Dodgers from 2008-2010 posting a 2.11 ERA ...

Seattle Mariners Sign Carlos Guillen to a Minor League Deal, Invited to Spring Training
February 1st, 2012 at 2:44 PM
The Seattle Mariners have signed former Detroit Tiger and one time Mariner, Carlos Guillen to a minor league deal with an invitation to spring training. Guillen started his career in Seattle and now he's back after playing eight seasons in Detroit.   ***PHOTO1*** Career Stats AVG 2B HR RBI OBP Carlos Guillen .285 266 124 660 .355 In 14 years in the big leagues Guillen has been productive however his last three seasons have been...

The Seattle Mariners Weekly Update, Courtesy of Mariners 101
January 23rd, 2012 at 5:59 PM
While most of Seattle has their power back, the Mariners still, do not.  Going into the offseason, Mariners fans expected to see the front office make moves that would improve Seattle's offense.  So far they have brought in a highly projected youngster in Jesus Montero and a back up infielder in Munenori Kawasaki.  ***PHOTO1*** Not exactly what fans had in mind.  In fact, most of...

Seattle Mariners, Kevin Millwood Reportedly Signs Minor League Deal
January 22nd, 2012 at 5:27 PM
The Seattle Mariners have reportedly offered Kevin Millwood a minor league contract for the 2012 season.  A story that broke when Millwood's sister Erika posted on her facebook page, "We are now Seattle Mariners fans.  Kevin signed with Seattle tonight! ... Go Mariners!"   Millwood, who recently turned 37, pitched 54 1/3 innings with the Colorado Rockies in 2011 posting a 4-3 record...