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Shannon Drayer

Shannon Drayer is the Mariners Insider for Seattle Sports. She hosts the Mariners pregame and postgame shows as well as the Hot Stove and Cactus League Report shows on Seattle Sports, and also heads up an offseason podcast for SeattleSports.com. A University of Washington graduate, she joined Seattle Sports for the station's launch in 2009 and has covered the Mariners since 1999. Follow Shannon: @shannondrayer

SEATTLE MARINERS | Sep 24, 2021
Drayer: Making sense of Mariners’ playoff chances with just 9 games left

How could the Mariners make the playoffs in 2021 with just nine games remaining? Shannon Drayer breaks down what needs to happen.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Sep 21, 2021
Drayer: Mariners, still alive in playoff race, setting up a lot to look forward to

The Mariners' playoff chase has delayed the usual look ahead that happens in September, but the future is clearly bright for baseball in Seattle.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Sep 9, 2021
Drayer: Breaking down what stands between Mariners and a wild card spot

Can the Mariners and their goldfish memories outmaneuver three of the four other teams fighting for the AL's two wild card spots?
SEATTLE MARINERS | Sep 2, 2021
Drayer: Mariners’ path forward is clear and with important continuity with extensions of Dipoto, Servais

The Mariners gave new deals to Jerry Dipoto and Scott Servais. Shannon Drayer breaks down what it means and why it's big for the franchise.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Aug 30, 2021
Mariners hope José Marmolejos can bring ‘thump’ he showed with Tacoma

José Marmolejos is back with the Mariners after posting eye-popping stats in 72 games with the Triple-A Tacoma Rainiers this season.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Aug 20, 2021
Drayer: Joe Smith has been Mariners’ new impact arm since trade deadline

Joe Smith wasn't expected to be an impact addition for the Mariners, but he's been an important member of the bullpen since coming over from Houston.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Aug 8, 2021
Mariners’ Jarred Kelenic comfortable for first time in MLB: ‘My mentality is way different’

With a key adjustment and newfound path to confidence, Mariners rookie Jarred Kelenic tells Shannon Drayer he feels like he took the weight of the world off his shoulders.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Aug 1, 2021
Drayer: Finding players like Abraham Toro is what Mariners do, but will that model change?

Jerry Dipoto said acquiring players like Abraham Toro is what the Mariners do, but what about when it's time to spend either with money or prospects?
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jul 29, 2021
Drayer: Mariners’ trade deadline plan becomes clear with Diego Castillo

Two days after a trade with the Astros casued a stir, Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto was able to tell the whole story Thursday after a deal with the Rays.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jul 29, 2021
Drayer: What role could depth of Mariners’ farm system play at MLB trade deadline?

While the Mariners will likely try to quickly move teams off of talking about their top six prospects, Shannon Drayer explains how Seattle still has plenty of young players to use in trades before Friday's deadline.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jul 26, 2021
Drayer: Mariners proved they match up well vs A’s — could Astros be next?

The Mariners are already 3-1 in a most important homestand against the two best teams in their division. Are they set up to surprise Houston like they did Oakland?
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jul 16, 2021
Drayer: In Mariners’ second half, impact to come from division and trade deadline

The Mariners' priority remains development, but with the team in contention, Shannon Drayer looks at what deciding factors lay ahead in the second half.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jun 21, 2021
Drayer: Will this Mariners homestand be where they turned the corner?

The roller coaster that is this Mariners' season has reached a point that feels different with their sweep of the Rays and 7-1 run.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jun 7, 2021
Drayer: What Mariners rookie Jarred Kelenic can get out of return to minors

Jarred Kelenic is heading back to Triple-A, which isn't rare for any rookie. Shannon Drayer details what the prized Mariners prospect should get out of the experience.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jun 7, 2021
Drayer: As young Mariners pass milestone, how will they handle the full 162-game season?

The Mariners reached something they didn't get in 2020 -- a 61st game. Mike Blowers provided perspective on the chance to play a full 162 this year.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Jun 2, 2021
Drayer: Mariners affected by ALS embrace MLB’s Lou Gehrig Day

ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, has impacted people close to the Mariners' Justin Dunn, Eric Campbell and Jacob Nottingham.
SEATTLE MARINERS | May 27, 2021
Drayer: Mariners C José Godoy’s long road to becoming MLB’s ‘Mr. 20,000’

José Godoy spent eight seasons in the minors before getting his chance in MLB with the Mariners, where he received an unexpected national spotlight.
SEATTLE MARINERS | May 24, 2021
Drayer: What Mariners’ brutal May means for their goals this season

While the Mariners' record on May 24 isn't pretty, the focus should continue to be on what they do moving forward, writes Shannon Drayer.
SEATTLE MARINERS | May 13, 2021
Drayer: Debuts of Kelenic and Gilbert mark beginning of next step for Mariners

The MLB debuts of OF Jarred Kelenic and RHP Logan Gilbert could be the start of something great for the Mariners, Shannon Drayer writes.
SEATTLE MARINERS | May 10, 2021
Drayer: Timing of Jarred Kelenic’s MLB debut fits well for both him and Mariners

With Jarred Kelenic's debut seemingly set, Shannon Drayer looks at why the callup works out well for both Kelenic and the Mariners.
SEATTLE MARINERS | May 3, 2021
Drayer: Why the Mariners won’t be changing to a 5-man starting rotation

Mariners insider Shannon Drayer breaks down why the team remains committed to their six-man rotation and what their options are to keep it filled out.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Apr 30, 2021
Drayer’s Mariners Breakdown: Despite setbacks, April reveals good signs and what the M’s are up against

The Mariners will finish April above .500 despite struggles with the bats, rotation and injuries. Shannon Drayer breaks down what stands out from Seattle's opening month.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Apr 9, 2021
Drayer: Making sense of Mariners’ struggles to start the 2021 season

The Mariners sit at 3-4 and have had issues both on the mound and at the plate. Shannon Drayer breaks down both sides' issues thus far.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Apr 1, 2021
Mariners Season Preview: Mix of youth and vets in harmony and on a mission

For all the excitement the Mariners' young prospects bring, their veteran group is invaluable. In the end, it may be a perfect marriage.