Fansided · Feb 28
The Mariners having the AL's best lineup isn't actually a hot take
Oct 20, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez (44) celebrates with catcher Cal Raleigh (29) after hitting a solo home run against the Toronto Blue Jays in the third inning during game seven of the ALCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images | John E. Sokolowski-Imagn ImagesA lot would have to go wrong for the Seattle Mariners not to be an offensive powerhouse in 2026. There's still plenty of connective tissue with the 2025 offense, and that one was top-10 in scoring and top-five in home runs and stolen bases.