The Seattle Mariners are actively addressing their major league roster needs while simultaneously overhauling their minor league system. This offseason has seen the departure of over 30 minor league players, primarily pitchers, largely due to free agency and retirements.

Among those players is Joey Krehbiel, who has signed a minor league deal with the Tampa Bay Rays, including an invite to Spring Training. Krehbiel, a former pitcher for the Mariners' Triple-A affiliate, the Tacoma Rainiers, posted impressive stats in 2024, including a 3.26 ERA and 10 saves in 12 opportunities.

The Seattle Mariners are facing critical roster decisions ahead of Opening Day 2025, particularly regarding their infield and bullpen. President of Baseball Operations Jerry Dipoto and General Manager Justin Hollander have emphasized the need for infield improvements, while recent non-tenders have created gaps in the bullpen.

New minor league signings like Yunior Marte and Adonis Medina may compete for major league spots, alongside recovering pitchers Gregory Santos and Matt Brash. Notably, top prospect Brandyn Garcia, who excelled in the minors, could transition to a reliever role in 2025, adding intrigue to the Mariners' spring training.

Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees has been named the American League Most Valuable Player, receiving all 30 first-place votes, a testament to his outstanding performance this season.

Meanwhile, the Seattle Mariners have had only two MVP winners in their history: Ken Griffey Jr. in 1997 and Ichiro Suzuki in 2001. Griffey Jr. had an impressive season with a .304 average and 56 home runs, while Suzuki made an immediate impact with a .350 average and 56 stolen bases.

Both players are celebrated figures in Mariners history, with Griffey Jr. having his jersey retired and Suzuki on track for Hall of Fame induction in 2025.

Daulton Varsho of the Toronto Blue Jays has been awarded the Gold Glove for his exceptional performance in center field during the 2023 season.

This recognition was announced during a live awards ceremony on ESPN's Baseball Tonight. Varsho, who joined the Blue Jays in 2022, stood out among his peers in the American League.

Other notable Gold Glove winners included Steven Kwan from the Cleveland Guardians and Wilyer Abreu from the Boston Red Sox for left and right field, respectively.

Daulton Varsho, the Toronto Blue Jays' standout outfielder, has been honored with the American League Gold Glove Award for his exceptional performance in center field. The award ceremony was aired live on ESPN's Baseball Tonight.

Other notable recipients included Steven Kwan of the Cleveland Guardians for left field and Wilyer Abreu of the Boston Red Sox for right field. Infield winners featured players from various teams, highlighting a competitive season in Major League Baseball.