Mariners Moose Tracks, 1/14/25: Donovan Solano, Roki Sasaki, and Bubba Thompson

At long last, a Mariners free agent signing.

In Mariners news...

• The Mariners have agreed to a one-year/$3.5 million deal with 37-year-old infielder Donovan Solano, which includes an additional $1 million in possible performance bonuses.
• Adam Jude at The Seattle Times confirms that the Mariners did not secure an in-person meeting with star Japanese RHP Roki Sasaki.
• The Tacoma Rainiers have announced their 2025 coaching staff, with manager John Russell returning to lead the team for a third consecutive season.

Around the league...

• The Los Angeles Dodgers, Toronto Blue Jays, and San Diego Padres have been reported as the finalists to sign Roki Sasaki, who is expected to announce his decision in the coming weeks.
• Former MLB outfielder Bubba Thompson is set to join the University of South Alabama football team as a walk-on.
• Jesse Borek at MLB.com breaks down key facts and figures to know about Wednesday’s international signing day.
• San Francisco Giants newest signing Justin Verlander embarks on a mission to prove himself with his new team.
• The New York Yankees have signed first baseman Dominic Smith to a minor league deal.
• New York Mets LHP Sean Manea discusses his excitement to continue competing for a talented Mets roster.