Mariners Sign Josh Naylor to Five-Year $92.5M Deal/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ The Seattle Mariners have re-signed first baseman Josh Naylor to a five-year, $92.5 million contract, their third-largest financial commitment in franchise history. Naylor, who delivered an outstanding postseason and regular-season performance, was considered a top priority for Seattle’s front office. Team leaders praised his intensity, competitiveness, and clubhouse impact.
Mariners Contract Quick Looks
- Mariners finalize five-year, $92.5 million deal with Josh Naylor
- Contract features full no-trade clause and $6.5 million signing bonus
- One of Seattle’s largest contracts ever, behind Canó and Ray
- Naylor excelled after arriving from Arizona: .299 average in 54 games
- Postseason standout: .340 average, three HR in 12 games
- 2025 season totals: .295 average, 20 HR, 92 RBIs, 30 steals
- Dipoto made re-signing Naylor a top offseason priority
- Manager Dan Wilson praises Naylor’s leadership and intensity
- Mariners aim to contend for championship with Naylor as core piece
- Naylor says Seattle fanbase and clubhouse made return an easy choice
Deep Look
Seattle Mariners Re-Sign First Baseman Josh Naylor to Major 5-Year, $92.5 Million Contract
SEATTLE — The Seattle Mariners have secured one of their biggest offseason priorities, finalizing a five-year, $92.5 million contract with first baseman Josh Naylor. The deal, which includes a full no-trade clause and a $6.5 million signing bonus, represents the third-largest financial commitment in team history and signals Seattle’s intention to build on a deep postseason run.
Under the contract terms, Naylor will earn $10 million in 2026, with escalating salaries reaching $22 million in the final year in 2030. The agreement underscores the Mariners’ belief that Naylor is a critical long-term piece of their competitive core.
A Priority for Seattle’s Front Office
Naylor entered free agency after a standout season and postseason performance for the Mariners, who fell just short of the World Series after a Game 7 loss in the American League Championship Series. President of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto made it clear immediately after the season that re-signing Naylor was at the top of his offseason list.
“Ensuring that Josh remains a Mariner for the long haul was a priority for us,” Dipoto said. “Josh’s intelligence, intensity, toughness, and competitiveness show up every day. He’s simply a winner.”
Seattle originally acquired Naylor in a trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks, and he quickly became an impact player both on the field and in the clubhouse.
Leadership and Production
Manager Dan Wilson praised Naylor’s presence, emphasizing the energy and drive he brought to the roster.
“You need that intensity. You need that drive,” Wilson said. “His desire to win is incredible. That’s what you need from all your guys, and it was a big part of what he brought to this club.”
Naylor delivered immediately after his arrival in Seattle, hitting .299 with nine home runs, 33 RBIs, and 19 stolen bases in just 54 games. His postseason performance was even more impressive: a .340 average with three home runs, five RBIs, and two steals across 12 games, making him one of Seattle’s most reliable October performers.
Over the full season, split between Arizona and Seattle, Naylor posted a .295 average, 20 home runs, 92 RBIs, and a career-high 30 stolen bases — a rare blend of power, consistency, and speed for a first baseman.
A Key Addition to Seattle’s Financial Legacy
Naylor’s deal ranks behind only two major Mariners signings: Robinson Canó’s 10-year, $240 million contract and Robbie Ray’s five-year, $115 million agreement. Ray was later traded to San Francisco after the 2023 season, emphasizing the significance of Seattle’s newest long-term investment.
For Naylor, remaining in Seattle was an easy decision.
“I couldn’t be more excited,” Naylor said. “From the moment I arrived, everyone in the organization welcomed me. The players brought me in immediately and the fans were incredible. Seattle has the best fanbase in baseball. They’re electric and support us through and through.”
Naylor added that he hopes to help lead the Mariners to their long-awaited first World Series title.
“I can’t wait to continue to play with these guys and bring the city a championship,” he said.
Looking Ahead
With Naylor secured, Seattle retains one of its most dynamic position players heading into the 2026 season. His combination of power, speed, leadership, and postseason clutchability makes him central to the Mariners’ push to remain a contender in the American League.
Seattle will likely continue to make moves this offseason, but locking down Naylor is a major first step — and a strong signal that the club intends to keep its competitive window wide open.
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