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Mariners exercise option on Muñoz, decline on Robles and Miller

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 1:29 AM

Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Mariners exercise option on Muñoz, decline on Robles and Miller

Summary

The Seattle Mariners exercised their $9 million option for reliever Andrés Muñoz on October 30, ensuring he will not enter free agency. They declined a $9 million option for outfielder Victor Robles, who will receive a $500,000 buyout after a disappointing season affected by injuries. The Mariners also opted against a $6,075,000 option for right-hander Bryce Miller, who remains under club control and is eligible for salary arbitration. Four players, including outfielders Randy Arozarena and Taylor Ward, shortstop J.P. Crawford, and left-hander Hoby Milner, became free agents following these decisions.

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Key Details

•Muñoz had a 4.24 ERA and 28 saves in 2025.
•Robles hit.256 with 10 stolen bases in 65 games.
•Miller posted a 4.17 ERA in 21 starts.
•Four Mariners players became free agents on the same day.
•Muñoz's contract includes a $10 million option for 2028.

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1:29 AMYahoo Sports — Mariners exercise Andrés Muñoz's $9 million option, decline options on Victor Robles, Bryce Miller

What they're saying

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SEATTLE (AP) — Reliever Andrés Muñoz's $9 million option was exercised Thursday by the Seattle Mariners, preventing the pitcher from becoming eligible for free agency.Seattle also declined a $9 million option on outfielder Victor Robles, who is eligible to be a free agent.
— Yahoo Sports

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