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Will big off-season swings be the breakthrough the Oilers need?

Gene Principe breaks down the Edmonton Oilers’ off-season, and takes a closer look at the franchise’s big changes both on and off the ice as they pursue their elusive Stanley Cup win.

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 4:33 AM
Will big off-season swings be the breakthrough the Oilers need?
Key Things to Know
  • The Seattle Mariners were eliminated by the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 7 of the ALCS.
  • President of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto stated that re-signing free-agent first baseman Josh Naylor is a priority.
  • Third baseman Eugenio Suarez is a pending free agent, while Ben Williamson is an internal candidate.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Seattle Mariners are facing major roster decisions following their Game 7 ALCS elimination by the Toronto Blue Jays. Despite capturing their first AL West title since 2001, manager Dan Wilson and president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto must now address several pending free agents. Dipoto confirmed that addressing first base and re-signing pending free agent Josh Naylor is a primary offseason priority for the franchise.

Seattle also faces decisions regarding third baseman Eugenio Suarez and second baseman Jorge Polanco, who holds a $6 million player option. Rookie third baseman Ben Williamson remains an internal option if Suarez departs. These offseason evaluations come after a historic campaign where catcher Cal Raleigh hit 60 home runs in the first year of his six-year contract.

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