Mariners News: Carlos Rodón, Ryan Helsley, and Kris Bubic

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Jun 17, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Ryan Helsley (21) pitches to the Seattle Mariners during the ninth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images | Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Hello friends, and happy Fourth of July!

The Mariners dropped a snoozer to the Blue Jays last night, falling 2-0 thanks to a dazzling performance from Jays starter Dylan Cease.

The Mariners have the chance to do the most patriotic thing of all time today and vanquish the invading Canadians. Do you believe the Logan Gilbert-Emerson Hancock piggyback can get it done?

In Mariners news…​

• Max Ellingsen continued his MLB Draft profiles with a close look at Texas Tech outfielder Logan Hughes.

Around the league…​

• The Yankees have placed left-hander Carlos Rodón on the injured list with elbow inflammation.
• Orioles closer Ryan Helsley is also headed to the IL with elbow discomfort.
• Royals lefty Kris Bubic was shut down from his rehab with shoulder soreness.
• Padres right-hander Randy Vásquez hit the injured list after taking a comebacker to the ankle.
• The Braves have agreed to a minor league deal with veteran outfielder Andrew McCutchen.
• Now at the halfway point of the season, Bradford Doolittle at ESPN checked in on the major awards races for both leagues.
• Kiley McDaniel, Jeff Passan, and Bradford Doolittle redrafted the 2023-2025 MLB drafts in one big mega-draft.

Anders’ pick…​

• Australian officials are warning residents not to interact with TikTok sensation Neil the Seal, the first male elephant seal to visit Tasmania in years — who is also a massive jerk.

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