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Mariners' Historic Comeback: 2026 World Series Contenders?

2/25/2026

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The Seattle Mariners enter the 2026 season after ending a 21-year playoff drought.
They are predicted to win the American League (AL)'s most games while holding a 79.7% playoff probability.
ESPN's Buster Olney notes the current optimism is unprecedented.
The Mariners re-signed Josh Naylor and added Rob Refsnyder and Brendan Donovan.
Olney believes they have a legitimate chance to reach the World Series.

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Story summary

The Seattle Mariners enter the 2026 season after ending a 21-year playoff drought.
They are predicted to win the American League (AL)'s most games while holding a 79.7% playoff probability.
ESPN's Buster Olney notes the current optimism is unprecedented.
The Mariners re-signed Josh Naylor and added Rob Refsnyder and Brendan Donovan.
Olney believes they have a legitimate chance to reach the World Series.