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Mariners Risk Losing Star Outfielder Arozarena in Free Agency
Seattle could lose their $15.65 million 'top outfield bat' if they can't re-sign the two-time All-Star.
Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:12pm
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The Seattle Mariners are at risk of losing star outfielder Randy Arozarena in free agency after the 2026 season. Arozarena, who has put up five consecutive 20/20 seasons and had a dominant postseason performance in 2025, is expected to command a hefty contract on the open market as one of the top outfield bats available.
Why it matters
Arozarena's potential departure would be a major blow to the Mariners' lineup as they aim to reach their first World Series. The team will need to make re-signing the two-time All-Star a top priority this offseason to keep their championship window open.
The details
Arozarena is coming off a 2025 season in which he posted a .946 OPS with 12 home runs in 184 playoff plate appearances. His consistent power/speed combination and career-high 50.6% hard-hit rate last year make him an extremely valuable free agent target for contending teams.
- Arozarena will become a free agent at the end of the 2026 MLB season.
The players
Randy Arozarena
A two-time MLB All-Star outfielder for the Seattle Mariners who is set to become a highly sought-after free agent after the 2026 season.
Cal Raleigh
The Mariners' star catcher who will be counted on to provide above-average offensive production in the team's lineup.
What they’re saying
“His consistent power/speed production makes him an impact addition to any lineup, and a career-high 50.6 percent hard-hit rate last year backs up his power production in a convincing way.”
— Joel Reuter, Bleacher Report Writer
“Add to that his .946 OPS and 12 home runs in 184 plate appearances during the postseason, and he looks like the top outfield bat on the market next offseason.”
— Joel Reuter, Bleacher Report Writer
What’s next
The Mariners will need to make re-signing Arozarena a top priority this offseason to keep him from hitting the open market, where he could command a contract worth over $15 million per year.
The takeaway
Arozarena's potential departure would be a major blow to the Mariners' lineup and their hopes of reaching their first World Series. The team will need to dig deep to keep their star outfielder in Seattle beyond the 2026 season.
