Mariners Favored to Repeat in AL West

0:00It's March 25. This is MLB News today, driven by AI following the season in real time. The Seattle Mariners are the clear favorites to win the American League West again after taking the division in 2025 for the first time. In 25 years, they finished 93 and 69, reached the AL Championship Series, and kept most of their core intact, including a 5-year 92. $5 million extension for first baseman Josh Naylor. Earlier this winter, Seattle added versatile infielder Brendan Donovan from St. Louis to bolster their lineup. Their starting rotation stands out with Brian Wu, George Kirby, and Logan Gilbert leading the way, backed by home run leader Cal Rally and All-Star. Closer, Andres Munoz, who's made the last two All-Star teams. Fans and analysts see the Mariners' balanced roster and room in the payroll for more moves as signs of another deep playoff push. Meanwhile, rivals like the Texas Rangers traded for All-Star Lefty Mackenzie Gore and Outfielder

1:02Brandon Nemo, while the Houston Astros hope Jordan. Alvarez bounces back in veterans Jose Altuve and Carlos Corea deliver one more strong year. The Rangers projected 84 and 78 under new manager Skip Shoemaker, with anchors like Jacob DeGrom and Cory Seeger. Houston sits at 83 and 79, adding Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai, but their aging core and weak farm system signal the end of an and, era. The athletics, at 79 and 83, extended young stars like Jacob Wilson and Tyler Soderstrom ahead of their Las Vegas move, while the Angels limp in at 69 and 93, with yet another manager change. As the Mariners aim to build on their momentum, the AL West shapes up for a tight race with Texas and Houston pushing hard, setting the stage for an an exciting season ahead.