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Mariners Eye Mets' Baty in Trade to Strengthen Infield

1/26/2026

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The Seattle Mariners are predicted to trade Jurrangelo Cijntje and Matt Brash to acquire New York Mets infielder Brett Baty.
The Mariners seek to strengthen the infield after losing Jorge Polanco to free agency.
Baty hit .254 with 18 home runs in 2025 and can play third or second base.
Meanwhile, the Pittsburgh Pirates are retaining young pitchers while exploring lineup additions, signaling roster-building ahead of the season.

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Story summary

The Seattle Mariners are predicted to trade Jurrangelo Cijntje and Matt Brash to acquire New York Mets infielder Brett Baty.
The Mariners seek to strengthen the infield after losing Jorge Polanco to free agency.
Baty hit .254 with 18 home runs in 2025 and can play third or second base.
Meanwhile, the Pittsburgh Pirates are retaining young pitchers while exploring lineup additions, signaling roster-building ahead of the season.