Mariners face grim playoff outlook as September winds down
The Seattle Times • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Seattle Mariners continue their series at Coors Field against the Colorado Rockies as the regular season nears its end. With only nine games remaining, the Mariners' playoff hopes have significantly diminished, as they have struggled throughout the season. Though they entered September with a chance for postseason play, recent performance has left their future uncertain. The team needs a dramatic turnaround to remain in contention.
- •Mariners are playing their final road games of the season.
- •They have less than ten games left in the regular season.
- •Playoff hopes have nearly evaporated following a disappointing season.
- •The team was expected to compete for the AL West title.
- 3:00 PMThe Seattle Times — The Mariners were expected to win the AL West. Instead, they need a miracle - The Seattle Times
"Despite scuffling all season, the Mariners entered September still with a chance to make the playoffs. With nine games left, those hopes have all but evaporated.
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