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Breaking down the Maple Leafs’ key performers, causes for good start

Sportsnet’s Anna Dua joins The FAN Hockey Show and delves into the Toronto Maple Leafs’ start to the 2026-27 season and who and what have been the keys for them early in the year.

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 6:09 PM
Breaking down the Maple Leafs’ key performers, causes for good start
Key Things to Know
  • The Seattle Mariners face key free-agent decisions following their Game 7 ALCS elimination by Toronto.
  • President of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto confirmed re-signing first baseman Josh Naylor is a top priority.
  • Third baseman Eugenio Suárez is an unrestricted free agent, with rookie Ben Williamson an internal candidate to start.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Following a Game 7 ALCS elimination against Toronto, the Seattle Mariners are preparing for crucial roster decisions ahead of the upcoming season. Manager Dan Wilson and president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto addressed the media on Thursday, reflecting on the team's first AL West title since 2001 and discussing the future of pending free agents.

Dipoto stated that re-signing first baseman Josh Naylor is a major priority, while decisions also loom for free agent third baseman Eugenio Suárez and second baseman Jorge Polanco. Meanwhile, cornerstones Cal Raleigh and Julio Rodríguez remain under long-term contracts after Raleigh hit 60 home runs during the 2025 campaign.

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