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Mariners Trade-Explore George Kirby, Eye $22M Arozarena Offer

8/2/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Mariners opened trade talks on right-hander George Kirby before the Aug. 3 deadline.
Kirby has an 8-9 record, a 3.98 ERA in 20 starts and earns $6.55 million.
Mariners are listening on Randy Arozarena, who is hitting .280/.375/.447 with 13 homers and 48 RBI in 103 games.
Scott Boras expects Arozarena to test free agency, prompting Seattle to consider a $22.025 million qualifying offer while sources say multiple clubs view Kirby as available.

History

Historical Context

After the 1879 reserve clause bound players indefinitely, the MLB Players Association—formalized in 1966 under Marvin Miller—won the 1968 CBA and, in 1975, the Seitz decision (Dec 23) freed Andy Messersmith and Dave McNally. That breakthrough lifted average salaries to $55,000 in 1976 and today powers Seattle’s $6.55 million deal for George Kirby and a $22.025 million qualifying offer for Randy Arozarena.

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Story summary

Mariners opened trade talks on right-hander George Kirby before the Aug. 3 deadline.
Kirby has an 8-9 record, a 3.98 ERA in 20 starts and earns $6.55 million.
Mariners are listening on Randy Arozarena, who is hitting .280/.375/.447 with 13 homers and 48 RBI in 103 games.
Scott Boras expects Arozarena to test free agency, prompting Seattle to consider a $22.025 million qualifying offer while sources say multiple clubs view Kirby as available.

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