Mariners reportedly sign 1B Josh Naylor to a five-year contract

The Seattle Mariners are reportedly finalizing a five-year contract with Josh Naylor, keeping the first baseman in the Pacific Northwest through the 2030 season, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported.

The 28-year-old was first acquired by the Mariners in a July 24 trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks, exceeding expectations as a foundational contributor throughout Seattle’s playoff push. Naylor’s sensational stretch upon his arrival endeared himself to a fanbase that saw the Mariners go deeper into the postseason than ever before, falling in Game 7 of the American League Championship Series (ALCS).

Seattle Mariners first baseman Josh Naylor (12) stares down Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) after stealing third base during the second inning of Game 5 of the AL Division Series at T-Mobile Park, on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, in Seattle.

In 54 games for the Mariners last season, Naylor slashed .299/.341/.490 with nine home runs, 33 RBI, and 19 stolen bases. He launched another three homers with a .340 batting average in Seattle’s 12 postseason games.

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