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The Seattle Mariners are facing critical roster decisions following their Game 7 ALCS elimination against the Toronto Blue Jays. Despite capturing their first AL West title since 2001 and seeing Cal Raleigh hit 60 home runs, the franchise fell short of its first World Series trip. President of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto and manager Dan Wilson must now resolve key roster vacancies heading into the offseason.

Seattle's primary priorities include addressing free-agent corner infielders Josh Naylor and Eugenio Suárez, both acquired before the trade deadline. Dipoto stated that re-signing Naylor at first base is a priority, while rookie Ben Williamson remains an internal option at third base. Additionally, second baseman Jorge Polanco holds a $6 million player option that could lead to contract adjustments.