MLB Central panel unanimously picks Mariners for playoff spot

Seattle sits at 47-51, outside a postseason spot

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 241 min read

Which team not currently in a Postseason spot will make it by the end of the season? MLB Central gives a clean sweep of Via @MLBNetwork on X

What happened: MLB Network's MLB Central desk gave a unanimous sweep of picks naming the Mariners as the team currently outside a postseason spot most likely to make the playoffs. The pick came as Seattle opened a series against the Rangers, with the game still scheduled and no score yet.

Why it matters: Seattle is 47-51 and sits outside a playoff spot amid a two-game losing streak, with the Aug. 3 trade deadline approaching. The same Mariners front office weighing a rotation surplus in trade talks now faces added scrutiny over whether to buy or sell before the deadline.

By the numbers: Seattle is 47-51 this season, averaging 4.0 runs scored and 3.8 runs allowed, and has gone 3-2 over its last five games.

What to watch: Seattle and Texas have not yet started play, with first pitch still to come.

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@MLBNetwork 2026-07-24T21:18:46.253420+00:00

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