Mariners Offer Randy Arozarena $23.15 Million Qualifying Deal
Seattle extended Randy Arozarena a $23.15 million qualifying offer on November 2, giving the outfielder until November 17 to accept or decline. If he leaves for a contract with more than $50 million guaranteed, the Mariners could receive a compensatory draft pick.
The Mariners extended Arozarena a one-year qualifying offer worth $23.15 million, an opening move that gives him the option of returning to Seattle while protecting the team with potential draft compensation if he signs elsewhere.
Arozarena and his agent, Scott Boras, have until November 17 to decide. He is expected to reject the offer. If he signs with another team for more than $50 million guaranteed, Seattle could be awarded an extra pick once the opening round of the 2027 draft concludes.
The decision leaves the Mariners facing a broader question about their offense. If Arozarena departs, Seattle will need to address left field and replace a right-handed bat. A draft pick could help the organization develop a future player, but it would not immediately fill the gap in the lineup.
Seattle could continue pursuing Arozarena after he rejects the offer, while also exploring other options. Any long-term agreement would require weighing the years and guaranteed money against the value of retaining a hitter already in the lineup.
Even if Arozarena accepts the one-year deal, the Mariners would still have reason to improve their offense. The qualifying offer settles an initial decision; what the team does next will determine whether it keeps Arozarena or finds a compelling replacement.