Josh Naylor

The Mariners have signed 1B Josh Naylor to a five-year contract.

Fantasy Impact

Naylor was a top priority for the Mariners entering the offseason. Seattle will now have Naylor, Cal Raleigh, and Julio Rodriguez to solidify the middle of their lineup for years to come. In 54 games with the Mariners, Naylor hit .299 with nine home runs and 33 RBI to close out the 2025 regular season.

The Mariners have indicated that re-signing Josh Naylor will be a priority this offseason.

Fantasy Impact

Seattle acquired Naylor at the trade deadline from the Diamondbacks and he made an immediate impact in the regular season and in the postseason. It would be a surprise if the Mariners don't bring Naylor back at first base.

Josh Naylor did not travel with the team to Detroit as he and his wife await the birth of their first child, leaving his availability for Game 3 on Tuesday and Game 4 on Wednesday of the ALDS against the Detroit Tigers uncertain.

Fantasy Impact

In anticipation of Naylor’s potential absence, Eugenio Suarez took ground balls at first base on Friday, the day before Game 1. Suarez has only played three career games at the position, all of which occurred this season. Additionally, rookie Ben Williamson participated in fielding drills at third base. If Naylor is sidelined, Suarez would likely move to first base and Williamson to third. Naylor is 0-for-8 through the first two games of the series.

Josh Naylor went 1-for-2 in loss to the Dodgers with one stolen base and one strikeout.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s game, Naylor is hitting .295 with 160 hits, 92 RBI, and 30 stolen bases across 147 games this season.

Josh Naylor left Friday's game early against the Dodgers due to minor groin tightness.

Fantasy Impact

Naylor appeared to suffer the injury on a stolen base attempt. He'll have time to recover with the Mariners earning a first-round bye.