Mariners insiders throw cool water on Opening Day hopes for spring sensation

Mar 12, 2026; Mesa, Arizona, USA; Seattle Mariners center fielder Brennen Davis (78) reacts after striking out against the Chicago Cubs in the first inning at Sloan Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images | Rick Scuteri-Imagn ImagesBrennen Davis has been the best part of the Seattle Mariners' spring. It's not even a debate. Unfortunately, the same is true of his chances to make the Opening Day roster.

The Mariners are less than two weeks away from finalizing their 26-man roster for their opener on March 26 against the Cleveland Guardians. Based on his outlandish spring numbers (1.296 OPS, 4 HR), Davis deserves a spot. But it's not that simple, as Adam Jude and Ryan Divish got into…