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The Seattle Mariners are facing key roster decisions following their Game 7 ALCS loss to the Toronto Blue Jays, which ended their bid for a first World Series appearance. Despite winning their first AL West title since 2001, manager Dan Wilson and president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto must now address several impending free agents who contributed heavily down the stretch.

Seattle faces free agency decisions regarding first baseman Josh Naylor and third baseman Eugenio Suárez, both acquired prior to the trade deadline. Dipoto stated that retaining Naylor is a priority, while the team may also consider rookie Ben Williamson at third base. Second baseman Jorge Polanco also holds a $6 million player option for next season.