True to the Trident

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[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

We’re now offering a 16% off deal on yearly subscriptions to Control the Zone. Ty and I will be tweaking other perks in the coming weeks! Stay Tuned! #Mariners #SeaUsRise
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300 Level Episode for our Tier 3 and 4 Patrons! Tonight, I discuss the sleeper team in the George Kirby sweepstakes! #Mariners
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[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

On this weeks 300 Level Episode for Tier 3 and 4s, we look at one player from every playoff team I think the #Mariners should pursue this winter. https://t.co/gje9WFFKVm

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The 2026 Seattle Mariners are dead. Thank goodness. Let's talk about it. https://t.co/TzcKJsTVbD

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A player we’ll likely discuss multiple times or the #Mariners

[Just Baseball @JustBB_Media]

As Royce Lewis continues his inconsistent career, the Twins must determine if their former No. 1 overall pick has a future with the club.

Our @gsimbeck has more on how much time Lewis has in Minnesota:
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[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

The off-season buzz is already here, and man do the #Mariners deserve it. But with two articles today about the possibility of trading Logan Gilbert, would Seattle do it? And what would they need to get? We discuss it here https://t.co/kSk20yoXhU

[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

As far as I'm concerned, this off-season has already started, and it will be a long one. So, instead of a postgame show, we're doing our weekly 300 Level Episodes! #Mariners https://t.co/XfPtydlTsi

[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

I don’t think any other team for the rest of history is allowed to say “we got robbed” again.

[Awful Announcing @awfulannouncing]

The mind-blowing, controversial Western Michigan-Michigan finish.

Noah Eagle, Todd Blackledge, and rules analyst Terry McAulay have the commentary on the stunning scene for NBC. 🏈🦓🎙️

[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

Julio, Cal, Naylor are de facto untouchable. NTC. Anderson almost certainly is. I’d be shocked if they traded Woo, very surprised if they traded Bryce or Logan. I think that’s it on the current 28 man

[Ryan @ryan_staiger]

@controlthezone Is there really anyone untouchable on the current roster? Is Munoz someone they should at least consider trading?

[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

Not a question haha but also, the Mariners have already been scrapping the bottom of the barrel for free agents the last 5 years hahaha. So, that part of it doesn’t impact the window much lol.

[Casey Tiede @kctd21]

@controlthezone Now that the Rams owner has bought the Angels. The Mariners will be scrapping the bottom of the barrel in free agency for years to come. The "5 year window" is officially closed after this season

[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

If it’s Jerry and Justin, I’d expect them to maybe make one decent size addition and then tell us the young guys are ready and they expect Cal, Josh, Julio to bounce back so those count as additions too.

[Steven Johnson @stevie_j13]

@controlthezone Does this team try to make a big splash (e.g., Elly), or basically stick with the core they have and do smaller moves?

[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

I don’t think any of them should be. Clean slate. The infield defense has been bad. Pitching has been bad. How much if that is their fault? Probably not much. But it’s an off-season of accountability so wipe the slate clean

[Peter Chiappinelli @PeterMillerC]

@controlthezone Coaching staff has guys like Acta, Hill and Woodworth who survived the last managerial firing. You think any of them are here in 2027?

[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

I think it likely he starts next year at Tacoma. They’ve been adamant he can catch, so I think I there’s a chance we see him middle of 27 as the backup C who also gets a lot of time in LF/RF. But if the bat doesn’t skip a beat, he might be an everyday OF who catches occasionally

[Max @MaxG618]

@controlthezone @LO_Mariners When can we see Boston Smith? The dude is raking in Arkansas. Also, where do you see him playing?

[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

Assuming no major front office changes, I suspect the off-season will look like most all the others: make a couple of moves we like, leave massive holes they hope a young player or the deadline can fix

[Colin Bartell @colin_bartell]

@controlthezone Since this is the first year that they weren't close to the playoffs since the contention window opened do you think/expect that will make the front office more aggressive this offseason?

[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

Gilbert, Woo, Miller, Anderson, Hancock. Kirby could stick around if they trade Hancock, but it makes a lot more sense to trade Kirby.

[Mariners Navigator @Mariners_Nav]

@controlthezone What is our starting rotation next year?

[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

We don’t know the budget, so picking a FA is tough. Assuming Randy is out, Seiya Suzuki makes the most sense. Following the “Jerry circles back” idea, they were heavily scouting Casey Schmitt before his injury, so I bet they check back in there

[Mark Thorson @MarkThorson14]

@controlthezone What right handed bat do you see them adding this off-season via trade or FA?

[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

I’m not sure there’s an appetite for #Mariners talk, but I’m gonna do some testing on this account with an #AMA. Let’s forget about this unit and look ahead to 2027 and beyond. What do you want to know? Fire away.

[Seattle Mariners @Mariners]

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It’s Fan Appreciation Night, so we’re giving away two pairs of Air Griffey Max 1 shoes signed by The Kid himself! All you need to do is hit that repost button for a chance to win. #TridentsUp

[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

This guy rules

[Adam Jude @A_Jude]

J.P. Crawford on transitioning to 3B:

“I want to be a Mariner for life and I think that’s the best way to do it.”

[True to the Trident @controlthezone]

An already light bullpen takes a hit early…

[Mariners PR @MarinersPR]

Roster Moves:

🔹 Cole Wilcox (#43), RHP, recalled from Triple-A Tacoma.
🔹Carlos Vargas, RHP, placed on 15-day IL (right lat strain, retroactive to March 24).

Read more: https://t.co/RRPIW6iUuH

[Colby Patnode @CPat11]

I’m going to be going live on Patreon in about 30 minutes to talk about this game and just chill. AMA style show. Just head to Control the Zone on Patreon and you should have access ! #Mariners #SeizeTheMoment