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Mariners Activate J.P. Crawford From IL for Angels Series

A record deal for top prospect Colt Emerson now puts long-term pressure on the position.

Oct 20, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford (3) throws to first for an out in the second inning against the Toronto Blue Jays during game seven of the ALCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Crawford, reinstated Thursday from a right shoulder injury, is available for Seattle’s road series against the Angels.
  • To clear space, the Mariners optioned infielder Ryan Bliss to Triple-A Tacoma and placed right-hander Ryan Loutos on unconditional release waivers.
  • The 31-year-old missed the first seven games after spring shoulder inflammation, received a cortisone shot, and completed one rehab game at Triple-A going 0-for-4 before a second game was rained out.
  • The Associated Press reported an eight-year, $95 million agreement with prospect Colt Emerson, and team executive Jerry Dipoto said Emerson is slated to play mostly third base while Crawford remains at shortstop for now.
  • Crawford is the franchise leader in games at shortstop and the club’s longest-tenured player, yet local analysis has flagged recent defensive decline that could shape Seattle’s longer-term plans.