Mariners shouldn't let $3 million stand between them and Eugenio Suárez reunion

The Mariners are slowly getting the fans to believe again, following a successful homestand which saw them take series from both the Cubs and Phillies. However, while they've now edged to within 2.5 games of the Astros at the AL West summit, the M's could still use an injection of positive vibes to help push the playoff push. Enter Eugenio Suárez?

As first reported by The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, Suárez has been placed on waivers by the Reds, along with outfielder TJ Friedl. Any team wishing to claim Suárez specifically, would have to pay him slightly less than $3 million for the remainder of the season. We're here to tell you that the Mariners should make the move and bring him back to Seattle for a third time, because why not?

The reality is that the Mariners could use a player who's capable of being both a regular at third base and providing another right-handed power bat. We appreciate that Suárez has mostly had a rough 2026 campaign, hitting just .208 with a .705 OPS. However, he has warmed up during August with a .862 OPS and five home runs, one of which was of the grand slam variety on Wednesday afternoon in San Francisco versus the Giants:

Obviously, this brings back memories of the grand slam Suárez hit last season in Game 5 of the ALCS versus the Blue Jays, which took the Mariners closer than ever to that elusive first World Series berth. And while ultimately the M's fell short in Game 7, it is arguably the greatest hit in franchise history. It also alludes to what the two-time All-Star represents, as a positive life force wherever he plays.

Eugenio Suárez offers an intangible the Mariners need to help with their playoff push

Speak to any of the players in Seattle and you won't find anyone with a bad word to say about Suárez. The same goes for the front office and ownership, while we also know how the fanbase feels about him. The point is that he brings an intangible to the clubhouse, as an infectious personality who helps galvanize everyone and spur them on to greater things. And in all truthfulness this is exactly what the Mariners need, after what has so far been an extremely challenging and disappointing season.

People may point to Suárez not always being at his best with the bat second time around in Seattle, but he still added an element of fear to the lineup, with teams knowing he was more than capable of still producing. As far as we're concerned, the overall package of what the 35-year-old offers, is why the Mariners need to bring him back for a third tour of duty in the Pacific Northwest.

The only thing is, if the Mariners are going to act on this they better do it soon, because the 48-hour window to claim Suárez expires sometime on Thursday afternoon. So come on, Jerry. Do the right thing and bring Geno home. You know it makes sense.

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