Just one win shy of their first World Series appearance in 2025, the Seattle Mariners know their biggest hurdle remains in the late innings, forcing a hard look at their bullpen. While Andrés Muñoz is solid, Seattle needs more reliable arms if it wants a deep postseason push. However, things don’t look promising for signing Edwin Díaz.

“The Mariners are not expected to be in the mix for high-end free agent closers still available, such as Edwin Diaz,” wrote Adam Jude of The Seattle Times .

Having a 1.63 ERA in 2025 with the New York Mets, Diaz is projected to sign a massive $88 million deal, as per Jim Bowden of The Athletic . As Seattle looks to save some money, a $7.5 million arm in Philadelphia could help.

With a left-handed reliever high on their wish list, the Phillies’ versati

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