One of the biggest surprises out of Seattle’s bullpen in 2025 was the stamina and ability of Eduard Bazardo, who filled out the middle innings more than anyone else over the course of the year. But can the breakout reliever recover from his Game 7 blown save?

The Mariners front office responded to the media’s questions on Thursday morning, offering some indication—however murky—about their plans for 2026. What were the four key things that the press conference told us?

Mariners manager Dan Wilson made a decision that will live in infamy during Game 7, and the mistake cost the M’s the season. That decision and others on Monday reflected long-visible managerial tendencies that Wilson will have to adjust come 2026.

The Mariners couldn’t get it done. That much is not new; it has been true 48 times before. But the way it happened in 2025 was one that brought the city of Seattle closer than they had ever come—and that is why it stung the hardest.

For the very first time, the Mariners are playing in a Game 7, but it will be in hostile territory as Toronto looks to punch their own World Series ticket in their friendly confines. Do the M’s have what it takes to reach the Fall Classic?

Eugenio Suárez’ Game 5 go-ahead grand slam was a long time coming for the once and present Mariner, and the moment was one that will be remembered in the Emerald City for generations.

It was another boat race for the Blue Jays on Thursday night, as Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and co. once again put on a hitting clinic to knot the series at two games apiece. Why did the Mariners once again fall victim to Toronto’s aggressive swingers?

Mariners manager Dan Wilson announced that Bryce Miller will get the ball for Game 5, while team ace Bryan Woo will be one of the team’s bullpen options in what could be their final home game of 2025. The decision indicates some continued caution around Woo following his injury in Houston.

After a down 2024 and a pedestrian playoff history in Minnesota, few might have expected Jorge Polanco to headline Seattle’s October run in 2025. But the switch-hitting infielder had given months’ worth of signs that he was primed for the postseason.

Many of the memorable moments of ALDS Game 5 came from the players on the field, but some of the biggest keys of the game resulted from the battle of wits between A. J. Hinch and Dan Wilson. How did Wilson and the Mariners triumph on the managing front?

A 15-inning epic, a long-awaited return, an instant classic. The Mariners’ marathon win over the Detroit Tigers defied logic and expectations, but perhaps that was the only way such a victory could occur.

In a near five-hour baseball extravaganza with over 500 pitches thrown and 15 pitchers used, the Mariners advanced to the ALCS for the first time since 2001 with a 3-2 win over the Detroit Tigers in 15 innings thanks to a walkoff single by Jorge Polanco.

It was all over about four times during the 2025 regular season, as the Mariners repeatedly went on the verge of crashing out completely. But repeatedly, they roared back—can they do it when there is truly no other option?

The Detroit Tigers went to town on the Mariners bullpen on Wednesday afternoon, forcing a winner-take-all ALDS Game 5 in Seattle. Can the M’s defeat the best pitcher in the AL and punch their ticket to the ALCS?

Despite two close battles at home, the Mariners’ relatively more comfortable Tuesday triumph showcased what often turns Seattle’s solid team into an excellent one.

The Mariners’ victory on Sunday night was as exhilarating as it was important, and the performances both on the field and in the dugout showed big improvements for the squad.

Like almost everything involving the 2025 Mariners, it went down to the wire. Yet due to the success of some of their greatest heroes—and despite the errors of another—the M’s pulled through on Sunday night.

The Seattle Mariners tied the American League Division Series with Detroit 1-1 with a 3-2 win on Sunday. What were the keys to Seattle’s important win to keep hopes of winning the ALDS alive?

With the season at risk of slipping away and Tarik Skubal staring down the offense, Mariners manager Dan Wilson offered some comments as his team gears up for Game 2.

As morning dawns on the Mariners’ mistakes from Saturday night, some final things can be gleaned before the team gears up to face Tarik Skubal in Game 2. What might be on Seattle’s mind headed into Sunday?