Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Mariners Decline Garver's Option, Eye Murakami as Replacement

11/4/2025

34 7

Summary

Story summary

Mitch Garver will become a free agent after the Mariners declined his $12 million mutual option for 2026, with a $1 million buyout.
Garver posted a .187 batting average over two seasons.
The departure opens the door for Harry Ford to back up catcher.
The Mariners eye Munetaka Murakami as a replacement for Eugenio Suárez, who is also a free agent.
Murakami's power could boost the Mariners' offense.

1 of 1

Story summary

Mitch Garver will become a free agent after the Mariners declined his $12 million mutual option for 2026, with a $1 million buyout.
Garver posted a .187 batting average over two seasons.
The departure opens the door for Harry Ford to back up catcher.
The Mariners eye Munetaka Murakami as a replacement for Eugenio Suárez, who is also a free agent.
Murakami's power could boost the Mariners' offense.