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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 | Dec 2, 2014
Mariners announce Kyle Seager’s seven-year extension

The Mariners have announced the signing of third baseman Kyle Seager to a long-term contract extension. Seager is signed through the 2021 season and there is a club option for the 2022 season.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Dec 2, 2014
Buster Olney and Keith Law on the Cruz signing and M’s offseason

ESPN's Buster Olney and Keith Law give their thoughts on the Mariners' offseason so far and what we could see happen before Opening Day.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Dec 1, 2014
Making sense of the Mariners’ deal with Nelson Cruz

The Mariners landed their right-handed bat in Nelson Cruz, and like the deal or not, it makes them better on many levels.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Dec 1, 2014
Mariners, Nelson Cruz reportedly agree to four-year deal

The Mariners and slugger Nelson Cruz have reportedly agreed to a deal, which would fill one of Seattle's top needs.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 26, 2014
Mariners notebook: Mike Blowers on what’s next for Dustin Ackley

Mariners broadcaster Mike Blowers gives his thoughts on what we saw from outfielder Dustin Ackley at the end of last season. Plus news and notes, including an interesting trade proposal and why the Mariners may have passed on Yasmany Tomas.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 24, 2014
Years, not money, the surprising part of Seager’s reported extension

By locking up Kyle Seager with a rumored seven-year, $100-million extension, the Mariners and the All-Star third baseman have a win-win situation.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 24, 2014
Mariners, Kyle Seager nearing seven-year, $100M extension

The Mariners and All-Star third baseman Kyle Seager are closing in on a seven-year, $100 million extension, according to reports.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 21, 2014
A look at one of the new additions to the Mariners’ 40-man roster

Steady progress puts catcher John Hicks on the Mariners' 40-man roster. Is a spot on the big-league roster far behind?
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 20, 2014
Mariners add three to their 40-man roster

The Mariners look to protect three players from the Rule 5 Draft by adding them to their 40-man roster.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 20, 2014
Notebook: Mariners claim reliever Edgar Olmos from Marlins

The Mariners have added left-handed releiver Edgar Olmos ahead of the deadline to finalize 40-man roster. Plus news and notes.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 18, 2014
How likely is a Mariners-Braves trade?

ESPN's David Schoenfield explains why he thinks the Mariners match up nicely with the Braves for a trade that would fill multiple needs.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 17, 2014
Mariners add an arm in Cuban lefty Misael Siverio

Could the Mariners strike gold again on an under-the-radar Cuban pitcher? That's the hope with their signing of Misael Siverio to a minor-league contract.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 15, 2014
Robinson Cano out 3-4 weeks, rest of Japan Series with broken toe

Mariners second baseman Robinson Cano suffered a non-displaced fracture of his right pinky toe when he was hit by a pitch while playing for the MLB All-Stars in the Japan Series.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 14, 2014
Notebook: Where do Mariners turn with Victor Martinez off the market?

With Detroit having locked up slugger Victor Martinez, the Mariners now have to look elsewhere to improve their lineup, which could mean waiting a year.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 13, 2014
Three Mariners receive MVP votes

No trophy but more recognition for three Mariners in the MVP voting.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 12, 2014
Felix Hernandez left with extra motivation after Cy Young snub

Did one September start derail Mariners ace Felix Hernandez in his quest for a second Cy Young Award?
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 11, 2014
AFL experience should benefit a number of young Mariners

Extra work in the Arizona Fall League means extra experience for young players, experience they cannot get in the minor leagues.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 10, 2014
Mariners set for what could be an interesting offseason

The hot stove is ablaze with the general managers' meetings underway. The Mariners will be making moves, some of which could be surprising.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 4, 2014
Mariners third baseman Kyle Seager wins first Gold Glove Award

Mariners third baseman Kyle Seager, no longer an under-the-radar player, picks up a top defensive honor.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Nov 3, 2014
Mariners notebook: Spring training schedule released

The Mariners have released their spring training schedule. Pitchers and catchers will report to Peoria Feb. 20 and play the annual charity game against the Padres is on March 4.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Oct 28, 2014
Mariners notebook: Justin Smoak moves on

Justin Smoak was given every opportunity to succeed in Seattle and now we shall see if a change of scenery yields better results. Plus news and notes, including some important dates.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Oct 27, 2014
Mariners notebook: Minor-league honors plus news and links

One more All-Star game on the schedule, a new trend in baseball and a rare miss on a good bullpen arm?
SEATTLE MARINERS | Oct 23, 2014
Mariners notebook: Thursday news, notes and links

An interesting connection between the World Series and the Mariners. Plus, which minor leaguers we could see leave the organization and the hot stove is starting to heat up.
SEATTLE MARINERS | Oct 23, 2014
Mariners have three Gold Glove finalists

Seattle's Felix Hernandez, Kyle Seager and Robinson Cano have been nominated for Gold Glove Awards, which will be announced next month.