Mariners to Face Defending World Series Champions Dodgers

Seattle Mariners and Los Angeles Dodgers meet in Spring Training matchup as both teams prepare for new season.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The Seattle Mariners will travel to Glendale, Arizona to take on the two-time defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers in a Spring Training game on Monday. The Mariners are looking to finalize their roster, particularly their bench and bullpen, while the Dodgers are focused on their quest for a three-peat. Several Mariners players, including infielders Leo Rivas and Miles Mastrobuoni, have gotten off to hot starts in Spring Training so far.

Why it matters

This early Spring Training matchup provides a valuable opportunity for both teams to evaluate talent and prepare for the upcoming MLB season. The Mariners are looking to build on their progress from last year, while the Dodgers aim to maintain their dominance as reigning champions.

The details

The game is scheduled for 12:05 PM Pacific Time at Camelback Ranch, the Dodgers' spring training facility. The Mariners (2-1 in Spring Training) will be looking to get a closer look at players vying for bench and bullpen roles, while the Dodgers (2-0) will continue to fine-tune their star-studded lineup as they pursue a third straight World Series title.

  • The game is scheduled for Monday, February 23, 2026.
  • First pitch is set for 12:05 PM Pacific Time.

The players

Leo Rivas

A Mariners infielder competing for a bench role, Rivas has a .667 batting average with one home run and one RBI in Spring Training so far.

Miles Mastrobuoni

Another Mariners infielder vying for a bench spot, Mastrobuoni is hitting .750 with a home run and four RBIs, making him the team's best hitter in the early going.

Cal Raleigh

The Mariners' catcher and 2025 AL MVP runner-up, Raleigh has been actively testing the new Automated Balls and Strikes (ABS) system in Spring Training, challenging calls to help the team adapt to the new technology.

Los Angeles Dodgers

The two-time defending World Series champions, the Dodgers have a loaded lineup and are focused on their quest for a three-peat in 2026.

Seattle Mariners

The Mariners are looking to build on their progress from last season and finalize their roster, particularly their bench and bullpen, as they prepare for the upcoming MLB season.

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What they’re saying

“Expect to see Cal Raleigh continue to be aggressive with ABS challenges behind the plate this spring. Even if they aren't the closest calls, he says his key to learning the new system will be in volume.”

— Daniel Kramer, MLB.com analyst (MLB.com)

What’s next

The Mariners will continue to evaluate their roster and prepare for the upcoming season, while the Dodgers will look to maintain their momentum as they chase a third straight World Series title.

The takeaway

This early Spring Training matchup between the Mariners and Dodgers provides a valuable opportunity for both teams to assess their talent and prepare for the new season. The Mariners are looking to build on their progress, while the Dodgers aim to defend their championship crown.