| 2009 Seattle Mariners | |||
| Third Place, American League West | |||
| Win-Loss | 85 – 77 | Team Average | 0.258 |
| Runs-Runs Allowed | 640 – 692 | Team OBP | 0.314 |
| Team ERA | 3.87 | Team SLG | 0.402 |
| Team WHIP | 1.23 | Team OPS | 0.716 |
Incoming
| Date | Player | Type | Team | Positions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/01/10 | Wes Littleton | Minor League Deal | - | RP |
| 02/12/10 | Mike Sweeney | Minor League Deal | Mariners | 1B DH |
| 02/10/10 | Jesus Colome | Minor League Deal | Brewers | RP |
| 02/06/10 | Erik Bedard | Signed Deal | Mariners | SP |
| 02/03/10 | Casey Kotchman | Avoided arbitration | Red Sox | 1B |
| 02/01/10 | Ryan Garko | Signed Deal | Giants | 1B |
| 01/29/10 | Eric Byrnes | Signed Deal | Diamondbacks | OF CF LF |
| 01/21/10 | Felix Hernandez | Re-signed | Mariners | SP |
| 01/20/10 | Brandon League | Avoided arbitration | Blue Jays | RP |
| 01/19/10 | David Aardsma | Avoided arbitration | Mariners | CL |
| 01/19/10 | Mark Lowe | Avoided arbitration | Mariners | RP |
| 01/14/10 | Levale Speigner | Minor League Deal | - | RP |
| 01/14/10 | David Pauley | Minor League Deal | - | SP RP |
| 01/13/10 | Brad Nelson | Minor League Deal | Brewers | 1B |
| 01/06/10 | Chris Woodward | Minor League Deal | Red Sox | 2B 3B SS |
| 12/28/09 | Josh Bard | Minor League Deal | Nationals | C |
| 12/18/09 | Ryan Langerhans | Signed Deal | Mariners | OF LF CF |
| 12/14/09 | Eliezer Alfonzo | Minor League Deal | Padres | C |
| 12/10/09 | Josh Wilson | Minor League Deal | Mariners | 2B SS |
| 12/09/09 | Corey Patterson | Minor League Deal | Brewers | OF CF |
| 12/08/09 | Chone Figgins | Signed Deal | Angels | 3B OF CF |
| 11/13/09 | Jack Wilson | Re-signed | Mariners | SS |
| 11/11/09 | Ken Griffey | Re-signed | Mariners | OF CF |
| 11/05/09 | Yusmeiro Petit | Claimed on waivers | - | SP RP |
| 12/16/09 | Cliff Lee | Trade | - | SP |
| 12/18/09 | Milton Bradley | Trade | - | DH OF RF CF |
| 12/23/09 | Brandon League | Trade | - | RP |
| 01/07/10 | Casey Kotchman | Trade | - | 1B |
| 01/15/10 | Tommy Everidge | Claimed on waivers | - |
Outgoing
| Date | Player | Type | Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/10 | Russell Branyan | Signed Deal | Indians |
| 02/15/10 | Endy Chavez | Minor League Deal | Rangers |
| 01/29/10 | Miguel Batista | Minor League Deal | Nationals |
| 01/07/10 | Adrian Beltre | Signed Deal | Red Sox |
| 12/08/09 | Chris Shelton | Minor League Deal | Astros |
| 10/26/09 | Kenji Johjima | Signed in Japan | Japan |
| 10/29/09 | Justin Thomas | Claimed on waivers | Pirates |
| 11/20/09 | Robert Manuel | Claimed on waivers | Red Sox |
| 12/18/09 | Carlos Silva | Trade | Cubs |
| 12/23/09 | Brandon Morrow | Trade | Blue Jays |
| 01/07/10 | Bill Hall | Trade | Red Sox |
Cliff Lee – Mariners – 3/10 11:49 pm
Cliff Lee allowed one run over three innings Wednesday to beat the Rangers in his spring debut.
Felix Hernandez – Mariners – 3/6 1:49 pm
In an effort to keep their ace healthy, the Mariners are limiting the number of live hitters Felix Hernandez will face.
Jack Wilson – Mariners – 3/6 3:23 am
Jack Wilson left Friday’s came against the Padres in the third inning after tweaking his left leg.
Wes Littleton – Mariners – 3/1 8:39 pm
Mariners signed RHP Wes Littleton to a minor league contract.
Chone Figgins – Mariners – 2/24 9:12 pm
General manager Jack Zduriencik said the Mariners are simply giving a ‘look-see’ to Chone Figgins at second base and Jose Lopez at third, according to Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com.
Cliff Lee – Mariners – 2/24 9:00 pm
Cliff Lee (foot) successfully completed his first bullpen session on Wednesday.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 2/19 1:49 pm
Erik Bedard (shoulder surgery) isn’t expected to throw off a mound until the end of spring training.
Russell Branyan – Mariners – 2/17 8:42 pm
According to Paul Hoynes of the Cleveland Plain Dealer, the Indians and Rays are the favorites to land free agent Russell Branyan.
Russell Branyan – Mariners – 2/17 2:01 pm
According to FOXSports.com’s Ken Rosenthal, free agent first baseman Russell Branyan is deciding between the Indians and Rays.
Russell Branyan – Mariners – 2/16 8:57 pm
According to Anthony Castrovince of MLB.com, the Indians have offered free agent first baseman Russell Branyan a major league contract.
Russell Branyan – Mariners – 2/16 5:11 am
Russell Branyan is in talks with three clubs but is furthest along with the Indians, according to FOXSports.com’s Ken Rosenthal.
Mike Sweeney – Mariners – 2/12 5:44 pm
Mariners signed DH Mike Sweeney to a minor league contract.
Endy Chavez – Mariners – 2/10 8:07 pm
According to Jon Paul Morosi, free agent outfielder Endy Chavez (knee) could be ready to play perhaps as soon as April.
Jesus Colome – Mariners – 2/10 5:49 pm
Mariners signed RHP Jesus Colome to a minor league contract.
Russell Branyan – Mariners – 2/10 2:43 am
Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com reports that the Indians and Blue Jays are interested in free-agent first baseman Russell Branyan.
Levale Speigner – Mariners – 2/9 11:47 pm
Mariners signed RHP Levale Speigner to a minor league contract.
David Pauley – Mariners – 2/9 11:41 pm
Mariners signed RHP David Pauley to a minor league contract.
Cliff Lee – Mariners – 2/8 11:38 pm
Cliff Lee underwent minor surgery Monday to remove a loose bone spur in his left foot, according to the Tacoma News Tribune’s Ryan Divish.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 2/6 4:32 pm
Mariners signed Erik Bedard to a one-year, $1.5 million contract.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 2/6 3:08 pm
Erik Bedard’s incentive-laden deal could pay over $7.5 million, Sports Illustrated’s Jon Heyman reports.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 2/6 12:02 am
According to John Hickey of AOL Fanhouse, Erik Bedard is on his way to Seattle for a physical.
Russell Branyan – Mariners – 2/5 11:08 pm
A source tells Joe Frisaro of MLB.com that the Marlins ‘never even spoken with’ free agent first baseman Russell Branyan.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 2/5 9:12 pm
Erik Bedard told French-language newspaper <i>Le Droit</I> on Thursday that his one-year deal with the Mariners is worth $1.5 million.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 2/4 9:06 pm
A source tells Jon Paul Morosi that free agent left-hander Erik Bedard is close to a one-year contract with the Mariners.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 2/4 7:18 pm
Erik Bedard told Larry LaRue of the Tacoma News Tribune that he would love to return to Seattle.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 2/4 1:50 pm
According to Jim Street of MLB.com, the Mariners are close to re-signing free agent left-hander Erik Bedard.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 2/3 8:22 pm
Jim Street of MLB.com hears that the Mariners might re-sign free agent left-hander Erik Bedard.
Russell Branyan – Mariners – 2/3 3:33 am
Contradicting previous reports, sources tell the Miami Herald’s Clark Spencer that the Marlins have not offered a contract to free agent first baseman Russell Branyan.
Russell Branyan – Mariners – 2/2 7:10 pm
Jayson Stark of ESPN.com reports that the Marlins have offered a contract to free agent first baseman Russell Branyan.
Ryan Garko – Mariners – 2/1 9:53 pm
Mariners signed first baseman Ryan Garko to a one-year, $550,000 contract.
Mike Sweeney – Mariners – 1/30 1:33 am
Jon Paul Morosi of FOXSports.com reports that Mike Sweeney still wants to play this season.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 1/29 2:11 am
Mariners head trainer Rick Griffin hinted Thursday that free agent Erik Bedard (shoulder) might not be ready to pitch for another three-to-five months.
Ken Griffey – Mariners – 1/29 12:14 am
Ken Griffey Jr. (knee surgery) said Thursday that he expects to be at full strength by the time spring training gets underway.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 1/23 2:24 pm
Orioles GM Andy MacPhail believes Erik Bedard is not close to a decision on where to pitch in 2010.
Felix Hernandez – Mariners – 1/19 7:05 am
ESPN.com’s Keith Law reports that Felix Hernandez and the Mariners have agreed to a multi-year contract.
Russell Branyan – Mariners – 1/13 7:35 pm
Free agent first baseman Russell Branyan told Jim Street of MLB.com that there are a ‘couple of teams’ interested in him.
Brad Nelson – Mariners – 1/13 5:30 pm
Mariners re-signed OF Brad Nelson to a minor league contract.
Miguel Batista – Mariners – 1/11 3:37 pm
The agent for free agent right-hander Miguel Batista has spoken to the Rockies.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 1/9 10:21 pm
Andy MacPhail believes free agent left-hander Erik Bedard will be able to pitch ’sooner as opposed to later.’
Bryan LaHair – Mariners – 1/9 5:01 pm
FOXSports.com’s Jon Paul Morosi reports the Cubs have signed 1B Bryan LaHair to a minor league contract.
Endy Chavez – Mariners – 1/9 1:21 am
Endy Chavez, who underwent surgery after tearing the ACL and MCL in his right knee in June, is open to signing a minor league contract, reports Larry Stone of the Seattle Times.
Chris Woodward – Mariners – 1/7 1:51 am
Mariners signed utilityman Chris Woodward to a minor league contract.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 1/6 8:25 pm
According to Alex Speier of WEEI.com, the Red Sox only added $2 million to the 2010 payroll for luxury tax purposes after signing Adrian Beltre and trading Casey Kotchman to the Mariners for Bill Hall.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 1/5 5:48 pm
Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com reports that Adrian Beltre can bump his 2011 option up to $10 million if he reaches 640 plate appearances in 2010.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 1/5 12:30 am
According to Peter Gammons, now of MLB.com, Adrian Beltre’s deal with the Red Sox is worth $9 million over one year with a $5 million option for 2010.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 1/5 12:25 am
Tim Brown of Yahoo! Sports has confirmed that the Red Sox and third baseman Adrian Beltre have reached agreement on a contract.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 1/5 12:18 am
Buster Olney of ESPN.com believes Adrian Beltre’s contract with the Red Sox will be worth between $10 and $10.5 million annually.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 1/4 9:18 pm
According to Gordon Edes of ESPN Boston, the Red Sox are ’still very much in (the) mix’ for free agent third baseman Adrian Beltre, while the A’s, and possibly Angels and Orioles remain in contention.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 1/4 7:54 pm
According to Mike Silverman of the Boston Herald, the Red Sox are ‘not currently in (the) mix at all’ for free agent third baseman Adrian Beltre.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 1/4 5:59 pm
Tim Brown of Yahoo! Sports reports that free agent third baseman Adrian Beltre is close to choosing between two clubs.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 12/29 11:46 pm
The Red Sox remain in discussions with free agent third baseman Adrian Beltre, according to ESPN Boston.
Chad Cordero – Free Agent – 12/28 7:44 pm
Mariners re-signed RHP Chad Cordero to a minor league contract.
Josh Bard – Mariners – 12/28 7:37 pm
Mariners signed catcher Josh Bard to a minor league contact.
Ryan Langerhans – Mariners – 12/18 4:45 pm
Mariners re-signed OF Ryan Langerhans to a one-year contract.
Cliff Lee – Mariners – 12/18 3:18 pm
According to SI.com’s Jon Heyman, the Mariners have ‘keen interest in locking up’ newly acquired left-hander Cliff Lee.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 12/18 1:02 am
Tim Brown of Yahoo! Sports lists the Giants, Red Sox, Twins, Mariners and A’s as possible landing spots for third baseman Adrian Beltre.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 12/17 10:08 pm
The Giants remain in contact with free agent 3B Adrian Beltre, but the two sides aren’t close to a deal, reports Jon Paul Morosi of FOXSports.com.
Cliff Lee – Mariners – 12/16 8:30 pm
Mariners acquired LHP Cliff Lee from the Phillies from RHPs Phillippe Aumont and Juan Ramirez and OF Tyson Gillies.
Eliezer Alfonzo – Mariners – 12/14 7:25 pm
Mariners signed catcher Eliezer Alfonzo to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training.
Ryan Langerhans – Mariners – 12/13 4:45 am
Mariners non-tendered outfielder Ryan Langerhans.
Josh Wilson – Mariners – 12/10 5:10 pm
Mariners signed IF Josh Wilson to a minor league contract.
Corey Patterson – Mariners – 12/10 2:03 am
Mariners signed OF Corey Patterson to a minor league contract.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 12/10 12:49 am
The Red Sox have ’significant’ interest in free agent Adrian Beltre.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 12/9 3:21 pm
According to Rob Bradford of WEEI.com, the Red Sox are putting themselves in a position to make a run at free agent Adrian Beltre.
Chone Figgins – Mariners – 12/9 3:20 am
Chone Figgins said Tuesday that he’s hoping to bat second in the Mariners’ batting order next season.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 12/9 12:00 am
According to Andrew Baggarly of the San Jose Mercury News, the Giants plan to discuss Adrian Beltre soon with his agent, Scott Boras.
Chone Figgins – Mariners – 12/8 9:51 pm
Mariners signed 3B Chone Figgins to a four-year, $36 million contract.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 12/8 5:05 am
Adrian Beltre has declined the Mariners’ offer of arbitration.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 12/8 2:59 am
Orioles president of baseball operations Andy MacPhail confirmed Monday that he’s interested in bringing back free agent Erik Bedard.
Felix Hernandez – Mariners – 12/7 5:44 pm
Jon Heyman of SI.com writes that Felix Hernandez will likely seek $100 million over six years in talks for a contract extension with the Mariners.
Miguel Batista – Mariners – 12/7 4:01 pm
Geoff Baker of the Seattle Times is hearing that the Rockies are interested in free agent right-hander Miguel Batista as a reliever.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 12/7 3:09 pm
Jon Heyman of SI.com writes that Adrian Beltre is not likely to accept arbitration from the Mariners.
Felix Hernandez – Mariners – 12/6 10:09 pm
According to FOXSports.com, the Mariners have initiated long-term contract talks with young ace Felix Hernandez.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 12/4 2:24 pm
According to ESPN.com’s Buster Olney, the asking price for Adrian Beltre this offseason has been over $10 million annually.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 12/3 2:43 pm
The Giants have Adrian Beltre, Nick Johnson and Dan Uggla atop their offseason shopping list, reports Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi of FOXSports.com.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 12/2 12:04 am
The Mariners offered arbitration to third baseman Adrian Beltre, but declined the opportunity with left-hander Erik Bedard.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 11/26 12:20 am
Royals assistant general manager J.J. Picollo clarified the club’s stance on free agent starter Erik Bedard, calling a previous Yahoo! Sports report that said the Royals were ‘going hard’ after the left-hander ‘probably an overstatement.’
Josh Wilson – Mariners – 11/25 10:31 pm
Josh Wilson has opted for free agency rather than accept an outright assignment to Triple-A Tacoma.
Adrian Beltre – Mariners – 11/25 7:27 pm
Randy Miller of the Bucks County Courier Times cites major league sources who say that general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. is targeting Adrian Beltre.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 11/25 3:54 am
The Royals are ‘going hard’ after Erik Bedard, reports Jeff Passan of Yahoo! Sports.
Ken Griffey – Mariners – 11/23 11:52 pm
Ken Griffey Jr. can make up to $3.9 million in 2010 through his incentive-laden one-year deal with the Mariners.
Russell Branyan – Mariners – 11/23 10:59 pm
According to Tim Brown of Yahoo! Sports, the Mets have ‘called’ on free agent first baseman Russell Branyan.
Erik Bedard – Mariners – 11/22 1:52 pm
Jeff Zrebiec and Dan Connolly of The Baltimore Sun report that if Erik Bedard is healthy, the Orioles ‘would like nothing more’ than to bring him back to Baltimore.
Jack Wilson – Mariners – 11/13 9:36 pm
Mariners signed shortstop Jack Wilson to a two-year contract extension.
Ken Griffey – Mariners – 11/12 7:55 pm
Mariners signed designated hitter Ken Griffey Jr. to a one-year contract.
Ken Griffey – Mariners – 11/11 10:42 pm
Mariners general manager Jack Zduriencik is open to acquiring a designated hitter even after signing Ken Griffey to a new contract, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports.
Ken Griffey – Mariners – 11/11 5:27 pm
Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.com reports that Ken Griffey’s new one-year deal with the Mariners is similar to his 2009 contract.
Ken Griffey – Mariners – 11/11 4:47 pm
According to Larry Stone of the Seattle Times, Ken Griffey Jr. has agreed to a contract with the Mariners for 2010.
Russell Branyan – Mariners – 11/10 11:06 pm
According to Jim Street of MLB.com, free agent first baseman Russell Branyan has rejected a one-year offer from the Mariners.
Jack Wilson – Mariners – 11/10 6:40 pm
Larry LaRue of the Tacoma News Tribune reports that the Mariners have extended contract offers to Jack Wilson and Russell Branyan.
Felix Hernandez – Mariners – 11/9 10:20 pm
Mariners GM Jack Zduriencik told reporters covering the winter meetings Monday that Felix Hernandez likely won’t be traded this winter.
Jack Wilson – Mariners – 11/6 8:56 pm
Dejan Kovacevic of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette reports that Jack Wilson and the Mariners are discussing a multi-year contract.
Ken Griffey – Mariners – 11/6 1:42 pm
Ken Griffey Jr.’s agent said Thursday that his client is scheduled to meet with the Mariners soon to discuss his future with the team.