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Mariners News: Boston Smith, Cole Young, and Joe Espada

The Seattle Mariners are making moves to bolster their roster for the future, with recent developments involving key prospects and managerial speculation. Boston Smith, a promising young talent acquired in the trade that sent Luis Castillo to the Angels, is now playing in the Arizona Fall League, offering fans a glimpse of his potential as the team evaluates his fit.

Meanwhile, Cole Young, the Mariners’ lone Gold Glove finalist for 2026, continues to stand out defensively, though his inclusion on the list underscores the team’s need for more impactful contributors beyond their current core. Off the field, the Mariners are in talks to potentially hire Joe Espada as their next manager, following his departure from the Astros after this season.

Espada’s experience and leadership could provide a fresh direction for Seattle as they look to build on their recent success while addressing ongoing challenges, including a need for stronger fan engagement at home games—an issue highlighted by the Rays’ struggles with attendance despite their strong on-field performance this year.

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