The Seattle Mariners finished the 2024 season with an 85-77 record, missing the playoffs once again. As they prepare for 2025, financial considerations are at the forefront, with uncertainty surrounding roster development and potential external acquisitions.

Recent salary arbitration projections indicate significant raises for several players, raising questions about how the organization will navigate these increases. Key players like Luis Urias and Sam Haggerty may face non-tendering as the team evaluates its budget and strategy moving forward.

The Seattle Mariners secured a 2-0 victory over the Oakland Athletics at T-Mobile Park, concluding their season with an 83-77 record. Despite missing the playoffs, the Mariners delighted their fans with the win, marking a notable moment in team history as it was the 10th time they've won a game 2-0 with two home runs.

Mitch Garver and Cal Raleigh provided the only runs with solo home runs, bringing Garver's season total to 15 and Raleigh's to a career-high of 31. The Mariners utilized five pitchers for the shutout, with Bryan Woo starting the game.

Several key players were rested, leaving fans curious about the lineup for the final games of the season. The Mariners will face the Athletics again on Saturday night, with Emerson Hancock set to pitch against Joey Estes.

The Seattle Mariners secured a 2-0 victory over the Oakland Athletics in their final series of the season, despite missing the playoffs. Bryan Woo delivered a stellar performance with eight strikeouts in five innings, contributing to the team's 15th shutout of the year, the most in the American League.

Mitch Garver and Cal Raleigh provided the offense with solo home runs, while the bullpen successfully preserved the shutout. Manager Dan Wilson praised Woo's strong outing and the team's effort, even with several key players resting.

The Seattle Mariners have recently secured two critical wins against the Texas Rangers, both ending in 5-4. Key contributions came from Julio Rodriguez, who hit a pivotal three-run homer, and Randy Arozarena, who delivered a walk-off single.

The bullpen also played a crucial role, with JT Chargois earning praise for his performance. He expressed gratitude for being back with the Mariners and highlighted the team's strong pitching and the importance of staying motivated.

Despite the loss against Seattle, the Houston Astros won two of three games against the Mariners and moved into a virtual tie atop the AL West. Yordan Alvarez hit for his first career cycle, raising his batting line.

Julio Rodríguez exited the game after crashing into the wall. X-rays were negative, and he is day-to-day. Alvarez's cycle is the 10th in Astros' history and the second in T-Mobile Park history.

The Astros and Mariners have one more series remaining in 2024 and could be crucial.