The Seattle Mariners just made one of the biggest offseason moves in franchise history — re-signing Josh Naylor to a 5-year deal and securing the heart-and-soul slugger who helped power last season’s playoff run. This is massive for Seattle on multiple levels: • They finally locked up an impact bat long-term • This breaks the trend of letting core hitters walk • The move signals that ownership may finally be loosening the purse strings • The M’s are officially building around a core rather than slapping band-aids on it year to year • And it sends a clear message to the division — Seattle is going for it Rob “Stats” Guerrera joins me to break down what Naylor brings on the field, what this means for the lineup in 2026, and whether this marks a genuine shift in ownership philosophy as the Mariners push toward their first-ever World Series appearance.

Mariners Forever welcomes Casey McLain of the Poor Sports Podcast for a deep dive into Seattle’s biggest offseason questions. Check out Casey’s channel! https://www.youtube.com/@UCWu6XfTCvC0...  We start with the headline topic — should the Mariners bring back free agent Jorge Polanco, and at what cost? Is his bat still worth the investment when this team needs more serious offensive upgrades elsewhere? From there, we explore the free-agent market for Josh Naylor, possible impact bats that fit Seattle’s payroll reality, and even trade targets like Tarik Skubal that could reshape the roster if Jerry Dipoto decides to swing big again.

Don't worry guys, I got this!  Using free agency, trades, and the foundation and resources at hand, I've gone about building what I believe to be a somewhat fantastical, and yet surprisingly realistic, Mariners offseason plan. And I was able to do it all within the budgetary guidelines ownership has hinted at for 2026.  How did I do?!   Let me know! And please be sure to subscribe to Mariners Forever audio podcasts, and on YouTube!   Forever and always.... Go Mariners!

Like, Subscribe and SHARE to help us grow the channel.  CONTACT:Twitter @Mariners_4everDan @SeahawksForever  Michael @michaelt_05 "Forever and always..... Go mariners!"

Michael and Dan recap the M’s 2025 draft class and look back on the crazy week that was.

Michael and Dan discuss more options the Mariners could acquire to help their playoff chances before the trade deadline.

Among the topics Michael and Dan discuss in this episode.... **Where is this offense coming from, and is it sustainable?  **Have the M's saved their season by finding their bats?  **Cal Raleigh's historic run **Prospect promotions! **Movement at the top of the draft.... and who could be in play at 35? **Are the Astros for real? Like, Subscribe and SHARE to help us grow the channel.  CONTACT:Twitter @Mariners_4everDan @SeahawksForever  Michael @michaelt_05 "Forever and always..... Go mariners!"

Michael and Dan dig into 5 burning questions as the Mariners continue to free-fall in the American League West after a strong start.

Dan and Michael reaction to Keith Law’s midseason Top 50 prospects list in MLB, a list that includes FIVE Mariners prospects.

Is there cause for concern with George Kirby? Why isn’t Cole Young in the lineup yet? And Michael shares his top M’s targets with the 3rd overall pick in the MLB draft.

For our Maiden Voyage of this new show, we explore just how and why this Mariners team finds themselves in first place in the AL West despite a disappointing snoozer of an offseason and a rash of injuries to key players.