"After re-signing Josh Naylor, the next step on the Mariners' to-do list is a reunion with Jorge Polanco, with the intent of utilizing the veteran infielder as a second baseman and part-time DH. Seattle has also been linked to such second base trade targets as Brendan Donovan and old friend Ketel Marte, though the focus on the keystone is noteworthy."
"When it comes to checking in at the hot corner, the Seattle Times' Adam Jude hears from sources that "the Mariners...are not active in the third-base market." While Eugenio Suarez is another ex-Mariner that remains on the team's radar, Suarez seems to be the backup plan if Polanco doesn't re-sign, and Jude writes that the M's would utilize Suarez just as a part-time third baseman if the slugger ends up back in the Pacific Northwest."
"This internal group is the reason why the M's seem content to more or less stand pat at third base. Ben Williamson's bat is a work in progress at best, but Williamson has a solid glove and can at least hold his own as a defender. Top prospect Colt Emerson has only six Triple-A games under his belt, but he'll be a factor at some point for the Mariners in 2026, potentially as soon as Opening Day."
The Mariners aim to reunite with Jorge Polanco to man second base and serve as a part-time designated hitter. The club has also been linked to Brendan Donovan and Ketel Marte as alternate second-base options. Sources indicate Seattle is not actively pursuing third-base additions. Eugenio Suárez remains a fallback plan and would be used part-time due to subpar 2025 defensive metrics (-6 DRS, -3 OAA). Internal options such as Ben Williamson and top prospect Colt Emerson provide infield defensive depth, and the team expects youngsters to contribute in 2026 rather than adding veteran depth that would block prospects.
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