Mariners News: Luke Raley, Ryan Sloan, Rhys Hoskins Report

This recap covers a wild stretch of Spring Training across Major League Baseball. The Mariners notched a standout win, Seattle’s depth shined, and a handful of teams made moves or drew headlines as the exhibition slate barrels toward Opening Day. There’s a lot to keep tabs on—clutch hits, the new ABS replay system, and a few eyebrow-raising storylines as teams shape their rosters and rotations for 2026.

Mariners Rally Over Reds: Power, Prospects, and a New Replay System

The Mariners came back from an early hole and smashed their way to a 14-8 Spring Training win over the Reds. Two rising outfielders—Jonny Farmelo and Brennen Davis—delivered clutch RBIs that really highlighted Seattle’s depth, especially in the middle of the lineup.

This win doubled as a live audition for a handful of internal candidates fighting for bench and outfield spots. The new nine-challenge ABS replay system took center stage too. Nine plays went under the microscope, and six calls got overturned, swinging momentum more than once.

• Jonny Farmelo sparked a late-inning rally with a big RBI.
• Brennen Davis followed with a productive RBI sequence, making his spring case even stronger.
• The nine ABS challenges—six overturned—showed a system still finding its footing in real time.

Seattle’s Health and Depth Take Center Stage

First baseman/outfielder Luke Raley was honest about focusing on his health this offseason after a tough 2025. He’s set on staying on the field and making an offensive impact this spring.

Seattle Sports 710 AM’s Shannon Drayer mentioned packed rosters, record crowds, and a strong showing from the pitching staff. All signs point to the Mariners looking ready for what’s next.

Prospects and Punch: Ryan Sloan and the Mariners’ Emerging Talent

Seattle’s pitching depth keeps grabbing attention. Ryan Sloan, one of their top prospects, looked confident and sharp in a dominant live batting practice session.

That outing reinforced the idea that Seattle’s pitching pipeline is a real asset heading into 2026 and beyond. The Mariners continue to show off their competitive depth, something that could matter a lot in late-game situations and during the grind of a long season.

They’re being careful with workloads but still keeping that competitive edge throughout the roster.

Around the League: bullpen puzzles, signings, and track for Opening Day

Elsewhere, teams are sorting out bullpen roles, minor-league signings, and injury rehabs that could shake up Opening Day rosters. The Spring Training threads are worth following.

Brewers: Closer Megill and the Late-Game Puzzle

In Milwaukee, closer Trevor Megill has been sharp, but the Brewers haven’t locked in their late-game bullpen roles just yet. The debate over who gets the ball to finish games and how to handle high-leverage spots is still up in the air as spring rolls on.

Guardians: Rhys Hoskins to a Minor-League Deal with Big-League Invite

The Cleveland Guardians are close to signing Rhys Hoskins to a minor-league deal with a big-league Spring Training invite. That move should bring some veteran presence and left-handed power to Cleveland’s lineup as they tinker with the roster.

Twins: Joe Ryan on Track, MRI Clears Back Injury

In Minnesota, All-Star righty Joe Ryan looks set for Opening Day. An MRI showed only inflammation, not a serious lower-back injury.

That’s a relief, since the Twins will lean on Ryan for early-season stability and innings.

Giants: Spring Training Triple Play Signals a Mixed Bag

The San Francisco Giants pulled off a triple play in their spring win over the Chicago Cubs. That play summed up spring baseball—some flashes of brilliance, some visible rust.

While a few teams look crisp, others are still working out the kinks before the games start to count.

Olympic Banter: George Springer Keeps It Light

In Toronto, George Springer tossed out a joke about Team USA’s men’s hockey gold against Team Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics. It’s just the kind of thing that keeps spring training loose and the clubhouse energy high.

Spring’s here, and you can feel the mix of impressive performances, injury updates, and a little strategic roster tinkering shaping what fans expect. The Mariners’ depth looks promising, and there’s plenty of buzz around the league about bullpen roles and new signings.

This spring’s already laying the groundwork for a year of baseball that could get really interesting.

 
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