The Seattle Mariners acquire 1B Josh Naylor from the Diamondbacks in a major July 2025 trade. See how Naylor's bat will impact the M's playoff push.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Just when a two-game skid had fans feeling a bit nervous, the Seattle Mariners' front office sent a jolt of electricity through the fanbase on Monday, finalizing a trade for first baseman Josh Naylor. The move signals a clear 'all-in' mentality as the team shores up a key position for the stretch run.
With a .292 batting average, 11 homers, and 59 RBI this season, Josh Naylor is expected to immediately slot in as the Mariners' everyday first baseman and cleanup hitter.
The Mariners have officially addressed their need for a middle-of-the-order bat, acquiring Josh Naylor from the Arizona Diamondbacks. In return, Seattle sent pitching prospects Brandyn Garcia and Ashton Izzi to Arizona. Naylor, who brings a potent .292 average and 59 RBI to the lineup, was immediately activated and is expected to take over first base duties full-time. This move provides a significant upgrade over the previous platoon situation and sends utility man Miles Mastrobuoni (.252 AVG, .620 OPS) to Triple-A Tacoma. The message is clear: production is paramount for the playoff push.
While the Naylor trade is a major coup, reports suggest General Manager Jerry Dipoto isn't done shopping. With the trade deadline fast approaching, Seattle remains one of the most aggressive teams in the market, reportedly seeking further upgrades for both the bullpen and the lineup. Fans should keep their notifications on, as more help could be on the way to bolster a roster built for October.
With the trade buzz swirling, the Mariners must turn their attention to the field as they open a crucial road series against the Oakland Athletics. Seattle (53-47) hopes to snap a two-game losing streak and keep pace in the AL West, where they sit five games behind Houston. The existing offensive cornerstones, Cal Raleigh and J.P. Crawford, will look to set the table for their new teammate. Raleigh continues his monster season, while Crawford remains a model of consistency at the top of the order. A series win against the struggling A's (42-60) is essential to build momentum.
The front office has made its move. By acquiring a proven bat in Josh Naylor, they've signaled a clear intent to win now. The ball is now in the players' court to snap this losing streak, integrate their new teammate, and make a definitive push for the AL West crown. All eyes are on Oakland tonight, and on the front office for what might come next before the deadline buzzer sounds.
