Seitzer and of course Edgar were great hitters yet apparently the players were resistant to their coaching. To solve this problem, we should hire Mario Mendoza to be the hitting coach. The players will be resistant to his coaching and BOOM, instant offensive juggernaut.AlvinDavisFan21 wrote: ↑Mon Sep 28, 2026 8:06 pmKevin Seitzer was one of the worst, if not the worst hitting coach the Mariners ever had.
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We should hire Taylor Ward to coach the LH hitters and Kolton Wong to coach the RH hitters....DavidGee24 wrote: ↑Mon Sep 28, 2026 9:31 pmSeitzer and of course Edgar were great hitters yet apparently the players were resistant to their coaching. To solve this problem, we should hire Mario Mendoza to be the hitting coach. The players will be resistant to his coaching and BOOM, instant offensive juggernaut.AlvinDavisFan21 wrote: ↑Mon Sep 28, 2026 8:06 pmKevin Seitzer was one of the worst, if not the worst hitting coach the Mariners ever had.
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Bill Krueger on with Puckett on his show that hardly anyone watches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBTgKcVZoag
I thought it was a pretty good discussion. I've always liked Krueger. I think he makes interesting points here about many aspects of the team.
I thought it was a pretty good discussion. I've always liked Krueger. I think he makes interesting points here about many aspects of the team.
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Dipoto has just given a presser
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pBcO8cN030
Managerial Search and Direction:
Dipoto stated that the team will conduct an exhaustive, multi-layered search outside of the organization to find a new manager. While major league managerial experience is preferred, the main criteria are high character, a growth mindset, and the ability to think strategically under pressure. He noted that the new manager will have autonomy in building their own coaching staff
Reflection on the 2026 Season:
Dipoto took responsibility for the disappointing 76–86 season, admitting that the team failed to meet expectations. He noted that the team suffered from a lack of urgency, poor two-strike execution from the pitching staff, and a league-leading number of throwing errors.
Culture and Accountability:
Dipoto emphasized the need for a cultural reset, acknowledging that leadership tolerated standards dropping below acceptable levels. He took personal blame for failing to maintain rigorous accountability across the front office, staff, and players.
Coaching Staff Decisions:
While moving on from manager Dan Wilson and four key members of the coaching staff, Dipoto confirmed that pitching coaches Pete Woodworth and Trent Blank will return, praising the long-term success and strength of the organization's pitching program.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pBcO8cN030
Managerial Search and Direction:
Dipoto stated that the team will conduct an exhaustive, multi-layered search outside of the organization to find a new manager. While major league managerial experience is preferred, the main criteria are high character, a growth mindset, and the ability to think strategically under pressure. He noted that the new manager will have autonomy in building their own coaching staff
Reflection on the 2026 Season:
Dipoto took responsibility for the disappointing 76–86 season, admitting that the team failed to meet expectations. He noted that the team suffered from a lack of urgency, poor two-strike execution from the pitching staff, and a league-leading number of throwing errors.
Culture and Accountability:
Dipoto emphasized the need for a cultural reset, acknowledging that leadership tolerated standards dropping below acceptable levels. He took personal blame for failing to maintain rigorous accountability across the front office, staff, and players.
Coaching Staff Decisions:
While moving on from manager Dan Wilson and four key members of the coaching staff, Dipoto confirmed that pitching coaches Pete Woodworth and Trent Blank will return, praising the long-term success and strength of the organization's pitching program.
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Edgar Martínez's Future Role:
Dipoto confirmed that Edgar Martínez will remain part of the organization in some capacity, noting his 44-year history with the franchise, though Dipoto doubts Edgar will be sitting in the dugout for all 162 games.
Cal Raleigh's Front Office Input:
Dipoto joked that catcher Cal Raleigh is practically an "assistant GM" because they bounce so many player personnel decisions off him and he often knows what the front office is doing before it happens. However, Dipoto noted they won't actually have players sit in on formal manager interviews because it wouldn't be fair to the candidates.
The "Piggyback" Rotation Regret:
Dipoto admitted to communication failures regarding the pitching staff's experimental "piggyback" and six-man rotation period. He noted that while it was actually the stretch where the team played their best baseball, the way it was rolled out created lingering external drama and a "bag that we were carrying around with us all year".
Dipoto revealed he had to personally sit down in private meetings with Luis Castillo and Bryce [Miller] to clear the air and smooth over locker room friction after the botched rollout of the extended piggyback system.
Prospect Mentions:
Dipoto specifically shouted out young players like Michael Arroyo (noting his brief 40-plate-appearance transition), Lazaro Montes, Colt Emerson, Cole Young, and Brendan Donovan as key pieces of the young, controllable core that makes the job attractive to prospective managers.
When asked why he should get another crack at fixing things after 11 years and three managers in four years, Dipoto openly admitted, "If I didn't have a job today, it'd be justified... we failed"
Dipoto confirmed that Edgar Martínez will remain part of the organization in some capacity, noting his 44-year history with the franchise, though Dipoto doubts Edgar will be sitting in the dugout for all 162 games.
Cal Raleigh's Front Office Input:
Dipoto joked that catcher Cal Raleigh is practically an "assistant GM" because they bounce so many player personnel decisions off him and he often knows what the front office is doing before it happens. However, Dipoto noted they won't actually have players sit in on formal manager interviews because it wouldn't be fair to the candidates.
The "Piggyback" Rotation Regret:
Dipoto admitted to communication failures regarding the pitching staff's experimental "piggyback" and six-man rotation period. He noted that while it was actually the stretch where the team played their best baseball, the way it was rolled out created lingering external drama and a "bag that we were carrying around with us all year".
Dipoto revealed he had to personally sit down in private meetings with Luis Castillo and Bryce [Miller] to clear the air and smooth over locker room friction after the botched rollout of the extended piggyback system.
Prospect Mentions:
Dipoto specifically shouted out young players like Michael Arroyo (noting his brief 40-plate-appearance transition), Lazaro Montes, Colt Emerson, Cole Young, and Brendan Donovan as key pieces of the young, controllable core that makes the job attractive to prospective managers.
When asked why he should get another crack at fixing things after 11 years and three managers in four years, Dipoto openly admitted, "If I didn't have a job today, it'd be justified... we failed"