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In 2025, the Seattle Mariners power-hitting approach led them to Game 7 of the ALCS, but their reliance on home runs and high strikeout rates left them vulnerable. With key players like Eugenio Suarez and Jorge Polanco departing, the Mariners are shifting towards a more contact-oriented lineup in 2026. This change, inspired by successful teams like the Toronto Blue Jays and San Francisco Giants, aims to improve their playoff performance by stressing pitchers and reducing late-season slumps. New additions like Josh Naylor and Brendan Donovan, known for their low strikeout rates, are expected to contribute to this new approach. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn.
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