Luke Arkins
@lukearkins.bsky.social
A New York guy still in love with a Seattle gal
Mariners Consigliere newsletter
SABR member
Retired Naval Officer
Widowed
Baseball is the best sport
Mariners Consigliere newsletter
SABR member
Retired Naval Officer
Widowed
Baseball is the best sport
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Luke Arkins
@lukearkins.bsky.social
· Nov 10
My favorite Mariners fan
A love story rooted in baseball.
www.mariners-consigliere.com
I see some folks are introducing themselves to the masses on this website. What you might want to know about me is in my profile with one exception.
My wife Carrie passed away in August after battling colon cancer for over two years. This was my tribute to her shortly after her passing.
My wife Carrie passed away in August after battling colon cancer for over two years. This was my tribute to her shortly after her passing.
I’ve used Mrs A’s newsletter to reflect on our love affair, her super-fandom, or how she loved being the best Auntie ever. But there’s another aspect of Carrie’s life worthy of mention - her profession.
Carol the Paralegal
Carrie transformed into a "badass" superhero whenever she arrived at work.
mylifewithcarrie.substack.com
November 16, 2025 at 4:11 PM
I’ve used Mrs A’s newsletter to reflect on our love affair, her super-fandom, or how she loved being the best Auntie ever. But there’s another aspect of Carrie’s life worthy of mention - her profession.
Personal news: Today, a judge appointed me co-guardian of the wonderful young lady featured below. Mrs A would be pleased.
Nothing changes with my baseball stuff, which is why most of you follow me. I just felt like sharing something positive going on in our world.
Onward!
Nothing changes with my baseball stuff, which is why most of you follow me. I just felt like sharing something positive going on in our world.
Onward!
The bond between Mrs A. and a girl named Bug was a beautiful thing worth celebrating.
A girl named Bug
It was love at first sight when Carrie met our niece.
mylifewithcarrie.substack.com
November 14, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Personal news: Today, a judge appointed me co-guardian of the wonderful young lady featured below. Mrs A would be pleased.
Nothing changes with my baseball stuff, which is why most of you follow me. I just felt like sharing something positive going on in our world.
Onward!
Nothing changes with my baseball stuff, which is why most of you follow me. I just felt like sharing something positive going on in our world.
Onward!
After today’s vote, Julio Rodríguez is one top-10 MVP finish away from hitting the next escalator in his contract…8 yrs/$260 million. He’s already at 8 yrs/$240 million.
Of course, this assumes the #Mariners exercise the club option after the 2028 season. 👀
Of course, this assumes the #Mariners exercise the club option after the 2028 season. 👀
November 14, 2025 at 4:19 AM
After today’s vote, Julio Rodríguez is one top-10 MVP finish away from hitting the next escalator in his contract…8 yrs/$260 million. He’s already at 8 yrs/$240 million.
Of course, this assumes the #Mariners exercise the club option after the 2028 season. 👀
Of course, this assumes the #Mariners exercise the club option after the 2028 season. 👀
Good morning!
My take on the most volatile part of the #Mariners roster in terms of annual turnover and on-field performance.
My take on the most volatile part of the #Mariners roster in terms of annual turnover and on-field performance.
Wanted: Bullpen help
As with every offseason, expect an influx of new relievers joining the Mariners and a few familiar faces in the current bullpen pitching elsewhere in 2026.
www.mariners-consigliere.com
November 8, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Good morning!
My take on the most volatile part of the #Mariners roster in terms of annual turnover and on-field performance.
My take on the most volatile part of the #Mariners roster in terms of annual turnover and on-field performance.
Business-driven attrition is a reason to reload with new relievers in the offseason. So is reversing the regression the #Mariners bullpen experienced this year.
Wanted: Bullpen help
As with every offseason, expect an influx of new relievers joining the Mariners and a few familiar faces in the current bullpen pitching elsewhere in 2026.
www.mariners-consigliere.com
November 8, 2025 at 4:51 AM
Business-driven attrition is a reason to reload with new relievers in the offseason. So is reversing the regression the #Mariners bullpen experienced this year.
Good morning!
The #Mariners rotation was closer to league-average than the best in baseball. Can the starting staff rebound? Or, will its regression continue into 2026?
The #Mariners rotation was closer to league-average than the best in baseball. Can the starting staff rebound? Or, will its regression continue into 2026?
Does the rotation rebound or regress in 2026?
Seattle's rotation boasted a strong reputation it didn't live up to this year. What should we expect from it in 2026?
www.mariners-consigliere.com
November 6, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Good morning!
The #Mariners rotation was closer to league-average than the best in baseball. Can the starting staff rebound? Or, will its regression continue into 2026?
The #Mariners rotation was closer to league-average than the best in baseball. Can the starting staff rebound? Or, will its regression continue into 2026?
The #Mariners rotation didn’t live up to its strong reputation this year. What should we expect from the starting staff in 2026?
Does the rotation rebound or regress in 2026?
Seattle's rotation boasted a strong reputation it didn't live up to this year. What should we expect from it in 2026?
www.mariners-consigliere.com
November 6, 2025 at 6:11 AM
The #Mariners rotation didn’t live up to its strong reputation this year. What should we expect from the starting staff in 2026?
Some halftime reading…
Decided to discuss the positions I believe the #Mariners will need to address one way or another in the offseason.
Decided to discuss the positions I believe the #Mariners will need to address one way or another in the offseason.
Let’s talk position player needs
Seattle is expected to lose three starting position players to free agency without clear-cut replacements in place.
www.mariners-consigliere.com
November 3, 2025 at 2:53 AM
Some halftime reading…
Decided to discuss the positions I believe the #Mariners will need to address one way or another in the offseason.
Decided to discuss the positions I believe the #Mariners will need to address one way or another in the offseason.
Now that the World Series is over, let’s talk about position player needs for the #Mariners.
Let’s talk position player needs
Seattle is expected to lose three starting position players to free agency without clear-cut replacements in place.
www.mariners-consigliere.com
November 2, 2025 at 5:11 AM
Now that the World Series is over, let’s talk about position player needs for the #Mariners.
Reposted by Luke Arkins
Running for Bo is really going to bite them when his spot comes up in the 12, 15, and 18th innings
November 2, 2025 at 3:24 AM
Running for Bo is really going to bite them when his spot comes up in the 12, 15, and 18th innings
Over the last few days, I’ve discussed the three #Mariners starting position players who project to become free agents next week.
Josh Naylor: tinyurl.com/hyx5cnbs
Jorge Polanco: tinyurl.com/mpmnsjs8
Eugenio Suárez: tinyurl.com/3jmf4a99
Josh Naylor: tinyurl.com/hyx5cnbs
Jorge Polanco: tinyurl.com/mpmnsjs8
Eugenio Suárez: tinyurl.com/3jmf4a99
Signing Josh Naylor
The Mariners wants to retain Naylor. But they may face stiff competition for his services.
tinyurl.com
November 2, 2025 at 2:06 AM
Over the last few days, I’ve discussed the three #Mariners starting position players who project to become free agents next week.
Josh Naylor: tinyurl.com/hyx5cnbs
Jorge Polanco: tinyurl.com/mpmnsjs8
Eugenio Suárez: tinyurl.com/3jmf4a99
Josh Naylor: tinyurl.com/hyx5cnbs
Jorge Polanco: tinyurl.com/mpmnsjs8
Eugenio Suárez: tinyurl.com/3jmf4a99
Good morning!
Eugenio Suárez brought good vibes and delivered a memorable grand slam this year. But should the #Mariners attempt to keep the pending free agent in Seattle?
Eugenio Suárez brought good vibes and delivered a memorable grand slam this year. But should the #Mariners attempt to keep the pending free agent in Seattle?
What about Geno?
The good vibes and home run power Eugenio Suárez brings to the table are real and matter. But will the pending free agent return to Seattle?
www.mariners-consigliere.com
November 1, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Good morning!
Eugenio Suárez brought good vibes and delivered a memorable grand slam this year. But should the #Mariners attempt to keep the pending free agent in Seattle?
Eugenio Suárez brought good vibes and delivered a memorable grand slam this year. But should the #Mariners attempt to keep the pending free agent in Seattle?
The good vibes and home run power Eugenio Suárez brings to the table are undeniable. Will the pending free agent return to #Mariners?
What about Geno?
The good vibes and home run power Eugenio Suárez brings to the table are real and matter. But will the pending free agent return to Seattle?
www.mariners-consigliere.com
November 1, 2025 at 12:35 AM
The good vibes and home run power Eugenio Suárez brings to the table are undeniable. Will the pending free agent return to #Mariners?
Good morning!
Jorge Polanco was an important to the #Mariners memorable ALCS run. Should the team attempt to retain the pending free agent?
Jorge Polanco was an important to the #Mariners memorable ALCS run. Should the team attempt to retain the pending free agent?
Does a Jorge Polanco reunion make sense?
Polanco just had one of the most productive seasons of his career. But was it enough to justify keeping him in Seattle.
www.mariners-consigliere.com
October 31, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Good morning!
Jorge Polanco was an important to the #Mariners memorable ALCS run. Should the team attempt to retain the pending free agent?
Jorge Polanco was an important to the #Mariners memorable ALCS run. Should the team attempt to retain the pending free agent?
Jorge Polanco played a crucial role in the #Mariners magical season. But was it enough to justify keeping him in Seattle.
Does a Jorge Polanco reunion make sense?
Polanco just had one of the most productive seasons of his career. But was it enough to justify keeping him in Seattle.
www.mariners-consigliere.com
October 31, 2025 at 2:58 AM
Jorge Polanco played a crucial role in the #Mariners magical season. But was it enough to justify keeping him in Seattle.
Good morning!
I took a look at #Mariners pending free agent Josh Naylor’s selling points, plus any potential concerns teams might have with signing him to a long-term deal.
I took a look at #Mariners pending free agent Josh Naylor’s selling points, plus any potential concerns teams might have with signing him to a long-term deal.
Signing Josh Naylor
The Mariners wants to retain Naylor. But they may face stiff competition for his services.
www.mariners-consigliere.com
October 29, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Good morning!
I took a look at #Mariners pending free agent Josh Naylor’s selling points, plus any potential concerns teams might have with signing him to a long-term deal.
I took a look at #Mariners pending free agent Josh Naylor’s selling points, plus any potential concerns teams might have with signing him to a long-term deal.
Maybe it’s me. But sometimes, the FOX World Series broadcast sounds more like a podcast or talk show than a baseball game.
Celebrity cameos in the crowd, promotions for upcoming shows, interviews during play. Heck, they even had a musical guest during a game the other night.
Celebrity cameos in the crowd, promotions for upcoming shows, interviews during play. Heck, they even had a musical guest during a game the other night.
a man in a suit and tie is sitting in a chair next to a briefcase
ALT: a man in a suit and tie is sitting in a chair next to a briefcase
media.tenor.com
October 29, 2025 at 2:51 AM
Maybe it’s me. But sometimes, the FOX World Series broadcast sounds more like a podcast or talk show than a baseball game.
Celebrity cameos in the crowd, promotions for upcoming shows, interviews during play. Heck, they even had a musical guest during a game the other night.
Celebrity cameos in the crowd, promotions for upcoming shows, interviews during play. Heck, they even had a musical guest during a game the other night.
For most #Mariners fans, re-signing Josh Naylor is a no-brainer. That said, I decided to consider Naylor’s selling points and potential concerns before forming an opinion.
Signing Josh Naylor
The Mariners wants to retain Naylor. But they may face stiff competition for his services.
www.mariners-consigliere.com
October 29, 2025 at 2:23 AM
For most #Mariners fans, re-signing Josh Naylor is a no-brainer. That said, I decided to consider Naylor’s selling points and potential concerns before forming an opinion.
Originally published this in June 2024. The premise remains relevant, so I’m resharing it with #Mariners fans before the offseason officially gets underway.
Talk is cheap, action speaks
You can't argue with results. Therefore, it's time for Seattle's ownership group to provide some.
www.mariners-consigliere.com
October 28, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Originally published this in June 2024. The premise remains relevant, so I’m resharing it with #Mariners fans before the offseason officially gets underway.
Good morning!
I reviewed the #Mariners recent acquisition history to better understand how the front office may attack the offseason. Here’s what I learned…
I reviewed the #Mariners recent acquisition history to better understand how the front office may attack the offseason. Here’s what I learned…
How will the Mariners approach the offseason?
Promises of adequate financial resources for the front office have been made and broken before. Will this offseason be different?
www.mariners-consigliere.com
October 28, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Good morning!
I reviewed the #Mariners recent acquisition history to better understand how the front office may attack the offseason. Here’s what I learned…
I reviewed the #Mariners recent acquisition history to better understand how the front office may attack the offseason. Here’s what I learned…
A rough summer slowed my writing. But it’s time to get back in the saddle. My latest considers the #Mariners recent acquisition history and two possible approaches the team could choose this offseason.
How will the Mariners approach the offseason?
Promises of adequate financial resources for the front office have been made and broken before. Will this offseason be different?
www.mariners-consigliere.com
October 28, 2025 at 2:12 AM
A rough summer slowed my writing. But it’s time to get back in the saddle. My latest considers the #Mariners recent acquisition history and two possible approaches the team could choose this offseason.
An interesting read regardless of whether you agree with the grades. #Mariners
Postseason Managerial Report Card: Dan Wilson
Wilson and the Mariners found themselves in complicated, difficult situations throughout the playoffs, none bigger than their winner-take-all ALCS Game 7 clash.
blogs.fangraphs.com
October 27, 2025 at 6:44 PM
An interesting read regardless of whether you agree with the grades. #Mariners
I suspect there won’t be the free agent spending spree some #Mariners fans want.
If the 2026 payroll starts where it ended in 2025, that’s a good sign.
Also, extending SP’s who were on the IL is unwise, IMO. That’s “feel good” stuff that doesn’t improve the team next year.
If the 2026 payroll starts where it ended in 2025, that’s a good sign.
Also, extending SP’s who were on the IL is unwise, IMO. That’s “feel good” stuff that doesn’t improve the team next year.
October 27, 2025 at 3:39 AM
I suspect there won’t be the free agent spending spree some #Mariners fans want.
If the 2026 payroll starts where it ended in 2025, that’s a good sign.
Also, extending SP’s who were on the IL is unwise, IMO. That’s “feel good” stuff that doesn’t improve the team next year.
If the 2026 payroll starts where it ended in 2025, that’s a good sign.
Also, extending SP’s who were on the IL is unwise, IMO. That’s “feel good” stuff that doesn’t improve the team next year.
October 26, 2025 at 1:36 AM