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Mariners All-Stars have mixed game as only two of three get game action
While three Seattle Mariners players were selected to the 2023 All-Star game being hosted in their home ballpark, only two of them were able to see any game action during the 93rd Midsummer Classic in the history of MLB.
“Come to Seattle!” Mariners fans at ASG give Shohei a taste of the love they’d show him ahead of impending free agency
During the 2023 MLB All-Star game in Seattle, during the two plate appearances that Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani had, fans in the stands at T-Mobile Park loudly chanted “COME TO SEATTLE,” making it clear that they wanted to see the Japanese superstar in a Mariners uniform.
National League wins Midsummer Classic for first time since 2012 in tight 3-2 victory over American League
In the 93rd MLB All-Star game of all-time, the National League team was able to secure victory over the American League for the first time in their last nine attempts, behind Elias Diaz’s homer in the eighth inning.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr wins home run derby, defeats hometown favorite Julio Rodriguez in process
The 2023 Home Run Derby sadly didn’t feature the Seattle storybook ending of Julio Rodriguez winning the crown in his own ballpark, making history along the way before falling to Toronto’s Vladimir Guerrero Jr in the semifinal round. Like every year, the derby was a great opportunity to see some of the young and bright stars of the game showcase their power, with a few surprises mixed into this years event.
With three picks in round one, Mariners go with three high schoolers that have loads of upside to add to their farm system
With their three selections within the first round of the MLB Draft on All-Star Sunday taking place at Lumen Field, the Seattle Mariners opted to go with “risky” selections of high schoolers that have boat loads of upside if developed properly. Seattle is banking on being able to do that, hoping that this draft is a big step for their future.
Seattle’s stars shine brightest in 2023 Celebrity Softball game as Team Felix earns the win
In the Celebrity Softball game during MLB All-Star Saturday, it was the stars that hailed from Seattle who shone the brightest. During the second event of the day at T-Mobile Park, there was plenty of offense to witness, with some bad defense and fun moments mixed in.
Mariners prospects Ford and Clase have quiet Futures Game, but continue to grow
In the 2023 MLB Futures game, Seattle Mariners prospects Harry Ford and Jonatan Clase had relatively quiet games at the plate while showing of some defensive tools in the limited action that they were able to see in the ballpark that they one day hope to call home.
Swingman Classic showcases the best of what HBCU’s as American league takes down National league
A historic night at T-Mobile Park kicked off MLB All-Star Week 2023, as the first ever HBCU Swingman Classic saw the American League defeat the National League, an HBCU college fair, a drum line, dance routine, and so much more. A night that the 15,000+ strong crowd will remember forever has set the foundation for an event that will now take place annually wherever the MLB’s Midsummer Classic goes.
HBCU Swingman Classic players prepare for big night with workout on UW Campus
The afternoon before the first ever HBCU Swingman Classic at T-Mobile Park that kicks off All-Star Weekend, the 50 players and their coaches hit up Husky Ballpark on the University of Washington campus to get a workout in and take part in some media engagements.
King overlooking his Kingdom: Felix Hernandez raises the All-Star game flag atop the Space Needle
To kick off festivities for All-Star week 2023, the third ever Midsummer Classic that the Mariners and Seattle will be hosting, beloved former-pitcher Felix Hernandez raised a flag of the All-Star game logo atop the iconic Space Needle.
JROD Show in the Midsummer Classic, Seattle style: Julio Rodriguez named to 2023 All-Star game
Young Seattle Mariners centerfielder Julio Rodriguez will head to his second consecutive All-Star game, joining the American League roster as an Injury Replacement player for Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez. While a rough start to the season made it seem impossible for Julio to be here, his upturn over the Spring and now Summer gets him into a second Midsummer Classic.
George Kirby K’s his way into the All-Star game as injury replacement
Young Seattle Mariners right-hander George Kirby will head to his first career All-Star game, joining the American League roster as an Injury Replacement player for Tampa Bay Rays starter Shane McClanahan. Replacement or not, Kirby has earned this nod.
All-Star rock: Luis Castillo named as Seattle’s representative in Midsummer Classic
The Seattle Mariners have their All-Star game representative, and ace pitcher Luis Castillo gets the nod to representee the team in the Midsummer Classic that they will be hosting.
Event Details: HBCU Swingman Classic at T-Mobile Park
If you’ve been looking for a Black College homecoming vibe in Seattle, this is it. The first-ever #SwingmanClassic is coming to T-Mobile Park on July 7th at 7 pm, featuring 50 of the best #HBCU baseball players from around the country.
Event overview: First ever HBCU Swingman Classic kicks off in Seattle
The first ever HBCU Swingman Classic, a new annual event during MLB All-Star Week, will make it's debut at T-Mobile Park in Seattle as Ken Griffey Jr and a host of other MLB veterans joining the project to coach and lend their knowledge
Mariners and Major League Baseball Announce All-Star Legacy Initiative to Impact Seattle Community
Yesterday, at T-Mobile Park, the Mariners hosted a press conference to unveil the 2023 All-Star Legacy Initiative, which aims to make a long term impact on the Seattle Community. The effort aims to support the “sustainable growth of youth baseball and softball”, as well as supporting historically underserved community college students in their journey of education.