There were plenty of solid takeaways from the win, including the standout performances of Michael Arroyo and Cooper Criswell, but there was also something else positive that stood out to manager Dan Wilson: The impactful return of Luke Raley.

The San Diego Padres finished the 2025 season with a 90–72 record, placing 2nd in the National League West. They enter 2026 led by Fernando Tatis Jr., the explosive offensive star and face of the franchise, and Manny Machado, the veteran All‑Star third baseman and steady middle‑order presence.

The Seattle Mariners began the Spring Training schedule by defeating their Peoria, Arizona, roommates, the San Diego Padres, 7-4 on Friday afternoon

The first baseman, who joined the Mariners just before the trade deadline in 2025, said Tucker helps lighten the team's day.

In the bottom of the 4th, newly signed slugger Nick Castellanos dove for a ball and made a very nice play at first base for the Padres.

Seattle Mariners insider Shannon Drayer's first impression at spring training: "It was like I was watching a different team."

Mariners popular first baseman Josh Naylor has been showing off his Seattle sports jersey collection at spring training. "I want to represent Seattle to the fullest," he said.

--The Mariners reportedly signed catcher Mitch Garver to a minor league deal on Wednesday and he's expected to be in camp by the end of the week. Garver spent the last two years with the Mariners, hitting 24 home runs. We took a look at the full situation here.