Mariners’ needs line up perfectly with what Gold Glover Mauricio Dubón offers

There are plenty of needs for a Mariners team which finished the 2026 season ranked third-worst in scoring and dead-last in team fielding run value. In particular this includes at least one right-hand bat and, as per Adam Jude of The Seattle Times, a left-side infielder to pair with Colt Emerson. Well, how about killing the proverbial two birds with one stone, and making a play for Mauricio Dubón?

Jude notes that the Mariners are in the market for a veteran infielder who can specifically play at either third base or shortstop, to help shore up what was a horrific defense this past season. However, the beauty with Dubón is that he can offer this and more. He's just won his third Gold Glove in…