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Mariners Re-sign Mitch Garver as Backup Catcher for 2026

3/25/2026

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Seattle Mariners re-signed Mitch Garver as backup catcher for 2026 season after he reached out to the team.
Garver, a former World Series champion, batted .172 in 2024 and moved to a backup role in 2025, improving in postseason.
Jon Morosi says Garver's experience and recent performance earned him the job.
Dan Wilson must manage Cal Raleigh's workload after a demanding 2025 season, including postseason and World Baseball Classic.

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Seattle Mariners re-signed Mitch Garver as backup catcher for 2026 season after he reached out to the team.
Garver, a former World Series champion, batted .172 in 2024 and moved to a backup role in 2025, improving in postseason.
Jon Morosi says Garver's experience and recent performance earned him the job.
Dan Wilson must manage Cal Raleigh's workload after a demanding 2025 season, including postseason and World Baseball Classic.