The Seattle Mariners are reportedly trading for first baseman Josh Naylor from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for left-hander Brandyn Garcia and right-hander Ashton Izzi, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan.

PHOENIX (AP) — The Seattle Mariners acquired first baseman Josh Naylor from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press, as the franchise tries to beef up it’s roster ahead of the July 31 trade deadline.

The Seattle Mariners kicked off their trade deadline activity Thursday by acquiring a former All-Star from the Arizona Diamondbacks.

The Seattle Mariners bullpen has been one of the most tumultuous units on the team this season. The front end of the unit has been in constant flux, w

The Seattle Mariners reportedly regard Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez as their top trade target. However, the Mariners may have a backup plan in mind.

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O n Sunday, Seattle Mariners legend Ichiro Suzuki will take his place in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. The ceremony begins at 10:30 a.m. PT and Ichiro will be inducted alongside CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner, as well as the deceased Dick Parker and Dick Allen.