Seattle Mariners Unveil Opening Day Lineup Against Guardians
The Seattle Mariners are set for their opening day matchup against the Cleveland Guardians at T-Mobile Park. The game is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. local time, kicking off the Mariners’ second season under manager Dan Wilson.
Seattle Mariners Opening Day Lineup
The Mariners have revealed their starting lineup as they look forward to the 2026 season. Here’s how they will take the field:
- Brendan Donovan, 3B
- Cal Raleigh, C
- Julio Rodríguez, CF
- Josh Naylor, 1B
- Randy Arozarena, LF
- Luke Raley, RF
- Dominic Canzone, DH
- Cole Young, 2B
- Leo Rivas, SS
Logan Gilbert will be on the mound for the Mariners, marking his second consecutive opening day start. The team has high aspirations following their recent success, including an American League West title and an appearance in the AL Championship Series, the first in 24 years.
Injury Updates
Notably, shortstop J.P. Crawford is on the injured list due to a shoulder issue. Leo Rivas will fill his position at shortstop. Additionally, first baseman Josh Naylor will compete against his brother, Bo Naylor, who is a catcher for the Guardians. The Naylor brothers previously played together on Team Canada.
Guardians’ Pitching and Management
The Cleveland Guardians will feature Tanner Bibee as their starting pitcher. This marks Bibee’s first opening day start, following a delayed debut last season due to illness. The Guardians’ new manager is Stephen Vogt, who transitioned to this role after coaching the Mariners’ bullpen in 2023.
Broadcast Details
Mariners Radio Network will feature Rick Rizzs, the long-time play-by-play announcer, as he begins his final season in the booth. Rizzs announced his retirement earlier this year. Pregame coverage starts at 6 p.m. with insider Shannon Drayer, leading into the first pitch at 7:10 p.m.
This opening day marks a significant event for Mariners fans as the team aims for another successful season. Stay tuned for all the action and updates as the season progresses.
