Mariners' WBC Standouts Keep Giving Fans Exciting Reasons To Dream

Cal Raleigh, Julio Rodríguez, and Andrés Muñoz have already made their mark, but now the supporting cast is starting to shine too.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Several Mariners players have stood out in the World Baseball Classic, including Dom Canzone, Josh Naylor, and Michael Arroyo. These performances are giving Mariners fans reasons to be excited about the team's future.

Why it matters

The Mariners have struggled to consistently produce offense in recent years, so seeing their young players perform well in the high-stakes WBC environment is a promising sign. These standout performances suggest the Mariners' lineup could be more dangerous than expected in the upcoming season.

The details

Dom Canzone went 2-for-4 with a homer and 4 RBIs for Italy, Josh Naylor had 2 hits and an RBI for Canada, and Michael Arroyo went 2-for-3 with an RBI for Colombia. These players are part of the Mariners' supporting cast, complementing stars like Cal Raleigh, Julio Rodríguez, and Andrés Muñoz. Canzone is looking to build on a strong 2025 season, Naylor is known for his competitive edge, and Arroyo is a highly touted prospect who could force his way onto the MLB roster sooner than expected.

  • The World Baseball Classic is currently underway in 2026.

The players

Dom Canzone

A Mariners outfielder who had a breakout 2025 season and is now shining in WBC play for Italy.

Josh Naylor

A Mariners infielder known for his competitive edge and productive bat, playing for Canada in the WBC.

Michael Arroyo

A highly touted Mariners prospect who is making a strong impression in the WBC as the leadoff hitter for Colombia.

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What they’re saying

“The Mariners keep finding ways to sneak into the middle of the WBC story, and this time it was not only the big names carrying the flag.”

— Tremayne Person, Author (yardbarker.com)

“Canzone's probably the one who jumps out first, because this is exactly the kind of version of him the Mariners would love to keep seeing in 2026.”

— Tremayne Person, Author (yardbarker.com)

“The Mariners do not need him to turn into some massive surprise star. They just need him to keep being exactly the kind of nuisance he started becoming in that role.”

— Tremayne Person, Author (yardbarker.com)

What’s next

The Mariners will be closely watching the continued performance of their WBC standouts as they prepare for the 2026 MLB season.

The takeaway

The Mariners' young supporting cast is stepping up on the international stage, giving fans reasons to be excited about the team's future offensive potential beyond their established stars.