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2 Mariners rumors we hope come true, 1 we hope doesn't happen

What is next for the Mariners? With rumors abound, here are 2 that we hope are able to happen, and 1 that we don't want to see come true

Aug 1, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto and general manager Justin Hollander talk to the media prior to the game against the Boston Red Sox at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 1, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto and general manager Justin Hollander talk to the media prior to the game against the Boston Red Sox at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports | Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports
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Mariners' fans should hope the Vladimir Guerrero Jr rumors come true

After the Mariners designated Ty France for assignment, Julio Rodriguez and JP Crawford both landed on the injured list, the Mariners team looks more like the Tacoma Raniers than it does a World Series caliber lineup. This team is seriously lacking firepower and the need to address the offense is paramount. Perhaps the best bat that could theoretically be available at this year's deadline (no matter how much the Blue Jays say otherwise) and the best first baseman available, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. would add another big stick that this lineup has been missing.

With the addition of Randy Arozarena, the team now has a solid bat to stick in their outfield, but the team is currently relegated to deploying Tyler Locklear or Luke Raley as their first base solution. While Locklear possesses a lot of upside and Raley has been one of the better Mariners bats this year, they shouldn't settle with those options.

With Vlad (other than maybe Luis Robert Jr.) being the most sought-after trade target, along with the fact that he is controlled through next year, it could be an expensive package. (see our Sodo Mojo trade proposal for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. here). Vlad would provide such an important bat at a premium offensive position and fits this team so well. Jerry Dipoto provided some confidence that the team will be active at this year's deadline and fans should hope that he can get the deal done to get Vlad.

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