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Seattle Mariners Notebook: Ryne Stanek's take on jumping sides

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March 10, 2024

Seattle Mariners Notebook: Ryne Stanek's take on jumping sides

Ryne Stanek wasted no time getting to work throwing his first bullpen as a Seattle Mariners pitcher shortly after his signing was formally announced Sunday morning.

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The first bullpen session went smoothly, as did his first walk into what was previously a rival’s clubhouse.

“It’s weird coming into a clubhouse in-division where you feel like you know everybody, even though you’ve not met them,” said the former Houston Astro. “So I came in the clubhouse and everybody said hi and they’re like, ‘Hey, glad to have you. Glad you’re on our side now.’ It’s cool. But then you’re like, I feel like I know you, but, like, I don’t.

“So it’s kind of a weird dynamic, knowing everybody’s face and knowing everybody’s name, and then not knowing them personally.”

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The day got a little stranger when Stanek’s first morning team meeting featured a spelling bee. Mariners manager Scott Servais had warned him the meeting might be a different.

“He said that there’s a lot of kind of quirky things that they like to do. And I was like, ‘OK, whatever.’ And he’s like, ‘We’ve got a spelling bee now.’ Awesome. Cool. We’ll see where this goes,” Stanek said with a laugh.

Stanek got the feel immediately that the Mariners have a loose clubhouse, something he is onboard with.

“I like that the clubhouse is loose and I think that comes with a young team,” he said. “When the team is young, you don’t want people getting too tight. You play better when you’re loose, especially young guys so they don’t overthink everything.”

As for those Mariners who have been there the last few years, when asked about what he saw from the other side of the field, Stanek laughed and said the relationship between the two teams was what we saw: contentious. There have been some “knock down, drag outs” in the three years he spent with the Astros, but for his part, there are no hard feelings with the Mariners.

“I don’t think I ever had any problems with anybody,” Stanek said. “So it was cool. Everybody’s been super welcoming. It’s been fun so far. I told Ty (France) I think he’s barreled every ball I’ve thrown to him, so I’m glad I don’t have to face him again.”

Stanek has yet to get his full buildup plan from the pitching coaches, but he is looking forward to getting to work with a staff whose reputation precedes them.

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“Obviously they’ve taken a very strong interest in figuring out how to get the most out of guys, how to develop stuff, how to add really viable weapons to people’s repertoires,” he said. “Obviously bringing in a guy like (Luis) Castillo a couple of years ago was such a big add and a big emphasis on that is really good, and it’s a team that obviously from afar you see the stuff and then what the stuff is turned into, as well.

“As the seasons have gone on and they’ve added pitches and stuff to people’s mixes, and they’ve all been effective and worked well. As a pitcher and somebody that wants to get better, it’s a really cool thing to watch and now to be a part of.”

Seattle Mariners notes

• Stanek will take the place on the 40-man roster vacated by Jackson Kowar, who was placed on the 60-day injured list and will undergo Tommy John surgery later this week. General manager Justin Hollander announced the move.

Mariners officially sign Stanek, but Jackson Kowar out for year

“It’s a really tough blow for Jackson,” Hollander said. “I thought he was really starting to rise up in this camp and really fulfill a lot of the potential that teams have seen for a long time. I’m crushed for him.”

Hollander said that Kowar wasn’t terribly concerned first when he first felt pain, with the reliever thinking it was just a mild setback and he would be good in a few days. An MRI revealed an ulnar collateral ligament tear, however, and while a more conservative path of rest, rehab and PRP injections could have been taken, that could run the risk of further damage. In having surgery now, the hope is the recovery and rehab will be faster, and Kowar could be throwing in camp next year.

“Frustrated and disappointed for Jackson,” Hollander said. “He looked, as you guys saw him, awesome to start this camp and really felt like he made a leap, and hopefully this time next year we’re talking about in the same way.”

• The Mariners’ offense came out to play in their 8-3 win Sunday over the Giants in Peoria.

Seattle Mariners 8, San Francisco Giants 3: Box score

Jorge Polanco hit not one but two home runs, with the second going to the opposite field and coming with the bases loaded.

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— Seattle Mariners (@Mariners) March 10, 2024

“I made pretty good swings today, which tells me the work that I am doing is working and I just have to keep doing it,” Polanco said after the game.

Cal Raleigh also had a good day at the plate, tripling in his first at bat and later adding an RBI double, and Ty France went 2 for 3 with a double.

Perhaps the most memorable hit of the day came off the bat of the Mariners’ second pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, Jonny Farmelo.

First Spring dinger for @JonnyFarmelo! #TridentsUp 🔱 pic.twitter.com/7tfcXAlFct
— Seattle Mariners (@Mariners) March 10, 2024

Way to go, kid!

• Starting pitcher Reid VanScoter has been reassigned to minor league camp and reliever Ty Adcock optioned to Tacoma. The Mariners camp roster is now at 54.

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Seahawks trade rumor reveals Seattle’s interest in acquiring Giants’ $31 million first-round pick

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April 12, 2026

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Seahawks trade rumor reveals Seattle’s interest in acquiring Giants’ million first-round pick

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It appears that Cleveland Browns star Defensive end Myles Garrett isn’t the only defender the Seattle Seahawks are interested in acquiring this offseason.

Seahawks Forever’s Dan Veins also reported that the 2026 Super Bowl winners have their sights set on the New York Giants’ 2022 first-round pick (No. 5 overall pick).

“I don’t know who John (Harbaugh) spoke with in the Giants front office, but (Kayvon) Thibodeaux is a serious trade target,” Veins noted Friday.

With trade chatter surrounding Thibodeaux intensifying lately, the Seahawks’ rumored interest in the Oregon product could have come at a better time.

Thibodeaux has struggled mightily to terrorize opposing quarterbacks the past two seasons, with the 25-year-old reaching a new low with the Giants in 2025-26 (he ended the year with 13 solo tackles, 12 assisted tackles, 2.5 sacks, zero forced fumbles, and an unimpressive 66 overall PFF grade.

Although the Giants don’t seem to be in a rush to wash their hands of Thibodeaux, the South Los Angeles, California native’s inability to remain healthy and rush the passer adequately could motivate the franchise to accelerate the trade process.

Of course, Garrett is undoubtedly a more captivating prize for a Seahawks squad looking to defend their Super Bowl title in 2026-27. However, Thibodeaux wouldn’t be the worst alternative, as he’s played elite-level football in the past and is capable of being a high-impact defender on a regular basis.

For that reason, it isn’t preposterous for Seattle to pursue him as their offseason continues to take shape.

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WEST SEATTLE SATURDAY: 34 things to know

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April 11, 2026

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WEST SEATTLE SATURDAY: 34 things to know

(Friday night, off Harbor Avenue; WSB photo by Torin Record-Sand)

Happy Saturday! First, a transportation note:

WATER TAXI’S NEW SCHEDULE: The spring/summer schedule for the West Seattle Water Taxi starts today, including extra weekend daytime runs, and later night runs on Saturdays (starting tonight) and Fridays (starting next Friday), as previewed here.

Now the other Saturday highlights, as usual mostly from our West Seattle Event Calendar (if we’re missing something, text info ASAP to 206-293-6302):

SATURDAY GROUP RUN: At West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor), you’re invited to join the Saturday 8 am free group run – kicking off the second day of 16th-anniversary weekend (see below).

FREE MEDITATION: For a calming start to your weekend, check out Heavily Meditated, 9 am free meditation at Inner Alchemy Studio/Sanctuary (3618 SW Alaska).

SCHMITZ PARK IVY PULL: Join Schmitz Park Creek Restore, A Cleaner Alki, others to help save the park’s trees by pulling invasive ivy, 9:30-11:30 am. (56th SW and SW Spokane)

INTRODUCTORY WALK and WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: 9:30 am, walk a mile before the 10 am well-being walk (or just show up for that one). Both start from 47th SW and Fontanelle.

WEST SEATTLE RUNNER CELEBRATES 16 YEARS: Second day of anniversary weekend, open 10 am to 5 pm – “discounts, raffle drawings, Hawthorne Chair massage, Lake Washington PT and Hidef PT on site at various times during the weekend. Call ahead for specific questions on scheduling: 206-938-0545.” (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor)

DONATION DRIVE FOR FARMWORKERS: Plant starts, tools, supplies needed for community garden – dropoff donation drive 10 am-1 pm today and tomorrow at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor)

WEST SEATTLE NURSERY OPEN HOUSE: Spring open house 10 am-2 pm at West Seattle Nursery (5275 California SW; WSB sponsor), featuring bees, books, and a new grower!

COMPOST GIVEAWAY: 10 am to 2 pm or while it lasts, bring your own bucket/shovel to Westcrest Park P-Patch (9000 8th SW) for free compost, as previewed here.

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: The home of West Seattle’s history is open, new Saturday hours 10 am-4 pm (61st SW and SW Stevens).

SSC GARDEN CENTER: 10 am-3 pm, open today! New plants in! North end of campus at South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor)

DAHLIA TUBER SALE: 10 am-3 pm, prolific gardener’s overflow for sale. (4557 51st Place SW)

SINGALONG BRUNCH SOLD OUT: 10 am weekends at Admiral Pub, sing to classics – today, Taylor Swift edition, and it’s sold out. Table Reservation for future dates includes a Brunch Buffet! (2306 California SW)

GAME ON FOR KIDS! NAT’L BOARD GAME DAY: Kids are invited to celebrate by playing games at West Seattle (Admiral) Library (2306 42nd SW), 10:30 am-3:30 pm.

MORNING MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), Marco de Carvalho and Friends perform. Info about Marco’s music is here.

FREE WRITING GROUP: 10:30 am today – free, weekly, in-person, critique-free group resumes today – details including location are in our calendar listing.

FAMILY STORY TIME: 10:30 am at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond), for families with kids up to 5 years old.

ALKI HISTORY WALKING TOUR: Second one of the season! 11 am, leaving from the Log House Museum (61st SW and SW Stevens).

FREE TAX HELP: 11 am-3 pm, no appointment needed, with United Way and West Seattle Food Bank at WS Community Resource Center (6516 35th SW).

PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN HAIRCUTS: 11 am-3 pm at Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon), Little Shop of Hairdos is cutting hair for 50+ at whatever price they can pay, no appointment necessary, proceeds donated to the center.

FAMILY READING TIME: At Paper Boat Booksellers, 11 am family reading time. (4522 California SW; WSB sponsor)

VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER: Community visitors welcome noon-3 pm at the West Seattle Vietnamese Cultural Center (2236 SW Orchard).

VISCON CELLARS TASTING ROOM/WINE BAR: Tasting room open, with wine by the glass or bottle – 1-6 pm at Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor).

NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM, WINE BAR, STORE: Open 1-6 pm on north end of South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus.

COMMUNITY NOTARY DAY: 1-3 pm at Delridge Library (5423 Delridge Way SW), no registration required.

MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: 6-8 pm at C & P Coffeehouse (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), singer-songwriter John Shaw. Free, all ages.

‘WALDEN’ AT ARTSWEST: First weekend continues for ArtsWest‘s new play, 7:30 pm curtain. (4711 California SW)

MUSIC AT KENYON HALL Feral Songwriters in the Round at Kenyon Hall (7904 35th SW), 7:30 pm, all ages.

CLASSICAL GUITAR CONCERT: 7:30 pm at West Seattle Church of the Nazarene (42nd SW and SW Juneau), renowned guitarist Michael Partington will present music by Portland (OR) composer Bryan Johanson to celebrate his 75th year,

MUSIC AT THE SKYLARK: 8 pm, Pale People, Henry Mansfield, Cats with Bowties, $10 cover. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

MUSIC AT TIM’S: Far Reaches, The Unsundered, Guilded Lilly at Tim’s in White Center, 8 pm, all ages. (16th SW & SW 98th)

REVELRY ROOM: 9 pm, Soul Focus FM. (4547 California SW)

SKATE PARTY: 9 pm-midnight at Southgate Roller Rink (9676 17th SW), with rotating DJs spinning old-school funk & hip-hop, $18 plus $5 skate rental.

KARAOKE AT TALARICO’S: Sing with Rone at 10 pm at Talarico’s Pizzeria. (4718 California SW)

Have a West Seattle event coming up? If community members are welcome, your event is welcome on our calendar, where listings are free of charge, always! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

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Seattle Mariners snap 5-game skid with 9-6 win over Astros

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April 11, 2026

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Seattle Mariners snap 5-game skid with 9-6 win over Astros

SEATTLE (AP) — Randy Arozarena hit his first home run of the season and drove in three runs as the Seattle Mariners beat the Houston Astros 9-6 on Friday night to snap a five-game losing streak.

Seattle Mariners 9, Houston Astros 6: Box Score

Houston, meanwhile, dropped its fifth straight game and sixth out of seven.

With the game tied 3-3 in the fifth inning, Arozarena turned on an elevated fastball from Houston reliever Ryan Weiss (0-1) and hit it to left field for a two-run shot. It traveled 426 feet, and was Arozarena’s first regular-season home run since Sept. 9.

Seattle increased its advantage with a four-run seventh inning, which included a run-scoring double by Dominic Canzone and an RBI single by J.P. Crawford. It was the first run Crawford drove in this season after starting the year injured.

The Mariners took their first lead of the game in the opening inning as Astros starter Tatsuya Imai struggled to find the strike zone. Imai, who signed a three-year, $54 million contract this offseason after spending eight seasons with the Pacific League’s Seibu Lions, made it through just one-third of an inning against Seattle.

Houston had two big innings against Mariners starter Emerson Hancock (2-1) and the rest of Seattle’s bullpen. Astros catcher Christian Vázquez, who slotted into the No. 9 hole in the lineup, hit a two-out, bases-loaded double off Hancock that scored three runs. Left fielder Yordan Alvarez added a three-run home run in the eighth inning off right-hander Cole Wilcox.

Mariners closer Andrés Muñoz walked two hitters and allowed the tying run to come to the plate, but induced a game-ending groundout by Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña to secure his first save of the season.

Up next

Mariners RHP Luis Castillo (0-0, 2.79 ERA) faces Astros RHP Lance McCullers Jr. (1-0, 3.27) on Saturday in the second game of the four-game series.

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