What position does Josh Naylor play for the Seattle Mariners?

Naylor plays first base for the Seattle Mariners.

How long is Naylor's new contract with the Mariners?

Naylor has signed a 5-year contract with the Seattle Mariners.

How did Naylor perform for the Mariners in the 2024 season?

Naylor hit .299 with 9 home runs, 33 RBIs, and 19 stolen bases in 54 games with the Mariners. He also had an impressive postseason, batting .340 with 3 home runs and 5 RBIs.

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Mariners Secure All-Star First Baseman Naylor with 5-Year Contract

17 Nov

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Summary

Mariners finalize 5-year contract with free agent first baseman Josh Naylor
Naylor hit .299 with 9 HR, 33 RBIs, 19 SB in 54 games for Mariners last season
Naylor's postseason performance included .340 avg, 3 HR, 5 RBIs, 2 SB

Mariners Secure All-Star First Baseman Naylor with 5-Year Contract

In a move to bolster their roster for the upcoming seasons, the Seattle Mariners have finalized a 5-year contract with free agent first baseman Josh Naylor. Naylor, who joined the Mariners last season after being acquired from the Arizona Diamondbacks, made an immediate impact on the team both on and off the field.

During his 54 games with the Mariners in the 2024 season, Naylor hit an impressive .299 with 9 home runs, 33 RBIs, and a career-high 19 stolen bases. His performance was even more remarkable in the postseason, where he hit .340 with 3 home runs, 5 RBIs, and 2 stolen bases.

Mariners manager Dan Wilson praised Naylor's intensity and drive, stating that his "drive to win is incredible" and that he brought a crucial element to the team. The Mariners' president of baseball operations, Jerry Dipoto, had previously emphasized the importance of re-signing Naylor, calling it a priority to bring the first baseman back.