From Ken Griffey Jr. to Cal Raleigh, Mariners unveil their Top 50 players
The Seattle Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The Seattle Mariners unveiled their 50th season all-time team, featuring 50 great players including eight current players from the 2026 roster such as George Kirby and Julio Rodríguez.
- Mariners radio broadcaster Rick Rizzs was honored with induction into the Mariners Hall of Fame during the ceremony, marking his 41st and final season.
- Legendary players like Ken Griffey Jr., Ichiro, Edgar Martinez, and Randy Johnson were celebrated with a grand entrance, while Lou Piniella threw the ceremonial first pitch.
- The Top 50 list was selected through fan voting and input from team alumni, officials, and media, highlighting strong pitching traditions and notable position players across the franchise’s history.
- Notable absences included Luis Castillo, Freddy Garcia, Kyle Seager, and Robinson Canó, with some sending video messages; Alex Rodriguez received a standing ovation despite being a polarizing figure.
