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Luis Castillo and the Seattle Mariners agreed on a five-year extension. According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the deal is worth $108 million with a full no-trade clause for the 2023 to 2025 seasons. There’s a $1 million assignment bonus if the right-hander is moved following that. In addition, a sixth-year vesting option can take it to $133 million. Castillo was slated to become a … [Read more...] about Luis Castillo Agrees to a Five-Year, $108 Million Extension

The 2022 MLB Rookie of the Year race is coming to a close. With two weeks left of the season, these rookie players have performed best as part of a strong first-year class. Both leagues feature a few up-and-comers who have the potential to be future stars of the game. Here’s a final look at the main front runners for each league’s 2022 MLB Rookie of the Year Award.  (Editors … [Read more...] about 2022 MLB Rookie of the Year Is One Fascinating Race

The Seattle Mariners made a big commitment to their future last week. The team announced they were signing rookie sensation Julio Rodriguez to a massive extension. The intricate deal guarantees Rodriguez at least $210 million, and could range up to a record $470 million. The extension should keep J-Rod in Seattle for at least the next decade, depending on the use of player, and … [Read more...] about J-Rod Extension Carries Some Risk

Paul Sewald is becoming a bullpen specialist for the Seattle Mariners. His durability, and his willingness to enter the game as a middle relief, and set-up pitcher has made it less of a challenge for manager Scott Servais when deciding what reliever to bring in for specific situations.  He is a big reason why this team is in the top-five in the latest scoreless outing … [Read more...] about Paul Sewald is Becoming a Bullpen Specialist

Felix Hernandez Perfect Game Anniversary Felix Hernandez’s perfect game anniversary is today. On August 15th, 2012, Hernandez pitched the game of his life. Felix Hernandez’s perfect game anniversary brings fond memories to Seattle Mariners fans, as well as baseball fans around the world. Hernandez, on a beautiful Wednesday summer afternoon in 2012, threw the 23rd official … [Read more...] about 10 Year Anniversary of Hernandez’s Perfect Game