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Mariners Struggle Early; Prospects Show Potential in Triple-A

4/11/2026

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Seattle Mariners opened the 2026 season with a 4-9 record, their worst start since 2011.
The offense ranks last in several key batting metrics.
Top Mariners prospect Colt Emerson is batting .308 with an .829 OPS in Triple-A after signing an eight-year, $95 million deal.
Prospect Lazaro Montes and Prospect Michael Arroyo show promise but are not yet ready for the majors, prompting a call on lineup upgrades or experience.

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Story summary

Seattle Mariners opened the 2026 season with a 4-9 record, their worst start since 2011.
The offense ranks last in several key batting metrics.
Top Mariners prospect Colt Emerson is batting .308 with an .829 OPS in Triple-A after signing an eight-year, $95 million deal.
Prospect Lazaro Montes and Prospect Michael Arroyo show promise but are not yet ready for the majors, prompting a call on lineup upgrades or experience.