Mariners exercise Muñoz's $9M option for 2027

Robles' declined option carries a $500,000 buyout.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

The Seattle Mariners exercise closer Andres Munoz's $9 million option, but decline the options of starter Bryce Miller a Via @BNightengale on X

What happened: Seattle declined Bryce Miller's $6.075 million option and Victor Robles' $9 million option. Robles can enter free agency Monday, while Miller remains under club control through arbitration.

Why it matters: Seattle retains its incumbent closer for 2027. Robles' departure opens an outfield roster spot after two seasons of limited playing time.

By the numbers: Muñoz's exercised option is $2.925 million above Miller's declined option. In 2026, Muñoz had a 4.24 ERA, 10 blown saves and a 37.1% strikeout rate; Robles had a .618 OPS in 263 plate appearances across 2025-26.

What to watch: Miller's 2027 arbitration salary is Seattle's next contract figure to settle.

Sources

@BNightengale 2026-10-29T18:55:20.740004+00:00

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