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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2010
It's official: Mariners sign Bedard
The Mariners signed left-handed free agent pitcher Erik Bedard to a one-year contract with a mutual option for 2011, the team announced Saturday morning.
Bedard, Mariners reunite with 1-year deal
Despite shoulder surgeries and disappointment in Seattle during each of the last two seasons, free-agent left-hander Erik Bedard is coming back to the Mariners.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2010
Report: Feeling unwanted, Washburn may retire
Just a few weeks ago, former Mariners left-handed Jarrod Washburn was rejecting an offer from the Minnesota Twins in the ballpark of $5 million for one year. He reportedly was interested in playing for the Twins or the Mariners.
Report: Bedard to sign one-year, $1.5 million deal
Erik Bedard told the Ontario newspaper Le Droit that he accepted and incentive-laden deal for one year and $1.5 million with the Mariners. The deal is dependent on Bedard passing a physical.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2010
AP: Bedard deal close, pending physical
The Associated Press reported Thursday afternoon that the Mariners were close to a one-year contract with free agent left-hander Erik Bedard, pending a physical. The AP cited an anonymous source "with knowledge of the negotiations."
Bedard: 'No one's made a concrete offer'
Free agent left-hander Erik Bedard talked to News Tribune Mariners beat writer Larry LaRue on Thursday. He touched on a lot of topics, including his hope to rejoin the Mariners for the 2010 season.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2010
Kotchman, M's agree at $3.5M to avoid arbitration
Casey Kotchman and the Mariners agreed Wednesday to a one-year contract worth $3,517,500, settling Seattle's last salary arbitration case this year.
Mariners still considering Bedard?
Erik Bedard appeared in 30 games over two seasons for the Mariners. (Associated Press file) Jim Street, MLB.com's Mariners beat writer, hinted Wednesday that the Mariners might be considering an offer to free agent left-hander Erik Bedard.
Mariners, Kotchman reach deal to avoid arbitration
The Mariners have agreed to a one-year contract with newly acquired first baseman Casey Kotchman, avoiding arbitration.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2010
Report: Marlins make offer to Branyan
Free agent Russell Branyan appears to be running out of options for 2010 and the Florida Marlins might be his last chance to join a big league roster.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2010
Mariners agree with Garko for $550K, 1 year
Ryan Garko is excited to be back in the American League and ready to put his catcher's mitt to use.
Mariners sign Garko to one-year deal
Former Indian and Giant will fight for roster spot.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 30, 2010
Newest Mariner says he's got something to prove
Veteran outfielder Eric Byrnes, who signed with Seattle on Friday, says he's got a lot to prove to himself and the rest of baseball after two injury-plagued seasons robbed him of some of his passion for the game.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 2010
Eric Byrnes agrees to deal with Mariners
Eric Byrnes does not care what his role becomes. Just hearing Seattle general manager Jack Zduriencik say he believes Byrnes can still contribute after two injury-plagued season was good enough.
Mariners sign Byrnes as their right-handed bat
Seattle Mariners general manager Jack Zduriencik didn't wait long to fulfill his promise to add a right-handed bat to the roster, signing veteran outfielder Eric Byrnes to a one-year deal Friday.
What autographs can you get at FanFest this weekend?
A number of new and old Seattle Mariners players will be at Safeco Field on Saturday and Sunday to talk to fans and give autographs during the team's annual FanFest.
Miguel Batista lands one more chance with Nationals
Former Seattle Mariners pitcher Miguel Batista has agreed to a minor-league contract with the Washington Nationals and an invitation to the team's training camp next month.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 2010
Mariners: Griffey 'ripped,' ready for camp
Ken Griffey Jr. is "ripped" and ready to go for spring training.
Mariners expecting to add another hitter soon
Will Jack Zduriencik ever rest?
Zduriencik still pursuing right-handed bat
For all the feel-good buzz about the Mariners' offseason, one truth stands tall. The club hasn't won a game yet in 2010, a fact that resonates strongly for GM Jack Zduriencik.
Big Unit to throw out 1st pitch before M's opener
The Big Unit is coming back to Seattle for opening day.
Griffey, Johnson making progress following surgeries
Mariners expect Ken Griffey Jr. to be in good shape this spring.
Randy Johnson to throw first pitch at home opener
Randy Johnson recently retired from baseball, but will be back on the mound at Safeco Field on April 12 to throw out the first pitch for the Mariners.
Bedard to be exiled to Kansas City?
Kansas City Star reporter Sam Mellinger reported Thursday morning on his Twitter page that the Royals are interested in oft-injured left-handed free agent Erik Bedard.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2010
Scratch Tatis off the wish list?
The New York Post's Mike Puma is reporting that the Mets are close to an agreement to bring back utility man Fernando Tatis and a deal could be announced in the next few days.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2010
Report: Washburn down to Twins, Mariners
Jon Paul Morosi of FOXsports.com reports that former Mariners left-hander Jarrod Washburn could be returning to Seattle if he doesn't sign with the Minnesota Twins.
AL West foes keeping heat on the Mariners
The Mariners have drawn rave reviews for their aggressive offseason moves, but Jack Zduriencik isn't the only one working to improve his club as Oakland signed free-agent pitcher Ben Sheets on Tuesday.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 22, 2010
Winning, not contracts on mind of new Mariner Lee
New Mariners starter Cliff Lee said he is going to take a wait-and-see approach in Seattle.
Felix contract gives M's credibility, swagger
The $78 million contract given to Felix Hernandez is relatively cheap if it sends the message that the Mariners are a credible big league team. Let the smack talk begin.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2010
Felix: 'It was easy'
Felix Hernandez officially signed his new five-year contract with the Mariners on Thursday.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2010
Mariners sign League to one-year deal
The Mariners have again avoided the arbitration bargaining table, signing recently acquired reliever Brandon League to a one-year deal.
UPDATE: Pineiro signs with Angels, reports say
Ken Davidoff, the national baseball writer for Newsday, says former Mariners right-hander Joel Pineiro has reached an agreement with the Los Angeles Angels.
Zduriencik happy to avoid arbitration with Aardsma, Lowe
The Mariners opened the arbitration season with five players to settle with and officially took care of two of those, relievers David Aardsma and Mark Lowe, on Tuesday.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2010
Zduriencik's offseason work draws rave review
It's been a busy, productive offseason for Mariners general manager Jack Zduriencik. And it hasn't gone unnoticed outside the Pacific Northwest.
Lowe, Aardsma agree to one-year deals with M's
Relief pitchers David Aardsma and Mark Lowe agreed to one-year contracts with the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday, removing their names from the arbitration process.
Update: Felix Hernandez deal is for five years
One of Jack Zduriencik's biggest goals this offseason was to lock up young pitching ace Felix Hernandez to a long-term extension and the Seattle Mariners appear to have pulled that off, according to multiple reports.
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