Luke Arkins
@lukearkins.bsky.social
A New York guy still in love with a Seattle gal
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SABR member
Retired Naval Officer
Widowed
Baseball is the best sport
Mariners Consigliere newsletter
SABR member
Retired Naval Officer
Widowed
Baseball is the best sport
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Luke Arkins
@lukearkins.bsky.social
· Nov 10
My favorite Mariners fan
A love story rooted in baseball.
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I see some folks are introducing themselves to the masses on this website. What you might want to know about me is in my profile with one exception.
My wife Carrie passed away in August after battling colon cancer for over two years. This was my tribute to her shortly after her passing.
My wife Carrie passed away in August after battling colon cancer for over two years. This was my tribute to her shortly after her passing.
February 9, 2026 at 4:31 AM
Mrs. A would be so happy!
Go Hawks!
Go Hawks!
February 9, 2026 at 3:28 AM
Mrs. A would be so happy!
Go Hawks!
Go Hawks!
I think Bad Bunny just gained more yards than the Patriots have thus far.
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February 9, 2026 at 1:38 AM
I think Bad Bunny just gained more yards than the Patriots have thus far.
Plus some good news for the pen included in the post below.
With the offseason coming to a close, #Mariners insider Shannon Drayer takes stock of the club's roster heading into spring training.
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February 8, 2026 at 7:52 PM
Good morning!
Brendan Donovan is an ideal pickup for a #Mariners team intent on reaching the World Series in 2026 and simultaneously promoting from within.
My thoughts...
Brendan Donovan is an ideal pickup for a #Mariners team intent on reaching the World Series in 2026 and simultaneously promoting from within.
My thoughts...
Mariners add established bat to infield mix
Seattle finally gets Brendan Donovan. A seemingly ideal addition for a club intent on reaching the World Series and promoting prospects from within in 2026.
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February 3, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Good morning!
Brendan Donovan is an ideal pickup for a #Mariners team intent on reaching the World Series in 2026 and simultaneously promoting from within.
My thoughts...
Brendan Donovan is an ideal pickup for a #Mariners team intent on reaching the World Series in 2026 and simultaneously promoting from within.
My thoughts...
Six #Mariners expected to receive a lot of playing time in 2026 had a strikeout rate below the MLB average (22.5%) last year.
Brendan Donovan (13%)
Josh Naylor (13.7%)
Cole Young (18.3%)
J.P. Crawford (18.7%)
Julio Rodríguez (21.4%)
Dominic Canzone (21.9%)
Brendan Donovan (13%)
Josh Naylor (13.7%)
Cole Young (18.3%)
J.P. Crawford (18.7%)
Julio Rodríguez (21.4%)
Dominic Canzone (21.9%)
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February 3, 2026 at 6:32 AM
Six #Mariners expected to receive a lot of playing time in 2026 had a strikeout rate below the MLB average (22.5%) last year.
Brendan Donovan (13%)
Josh Naylor (13.7%)
Cole Young (18.3%)
J.P. Crawford (18.7%)
Julio Rodríguez (21.4%)
Dominic Canzone (21.9%)
Brendan Donovan (13%)
Josh Naylor (13.7%)
Cole Young (18.3%)
J.P. Crawford (18.7%)
Julio Rodríguez (21.4%)
Dominic Canzone (21.9%)
The #Mariners finally get Brendan Donovan. A seemingly ideal addition for a club intent on reaching the World Series and continuing to promote from within.
My thoughts...
My thoughts...
Mariners add established bat to infield mix
Seattle finally gets Brendan Donovan. A seemingly ideal addition for a club intent on reaching the World Series and promoting prospects from within in 2026.
www.mariners-consigliere.com
February 3, 2026 at 5:39 AM
The #Mariners finally get Brendan Donovan. A seemingly ideal addition for a club intent on reaching the World Series and continuing to promote from within.
My thoughts...
My thoughts...
“I would say similar to where we ended the year, as a starting point.” - JeDi addressing 2026 payroll last October
He’s on track to be correct. #Mariners spending continues to be mid-pack compared to the rest of MLB.
He’s on track to be correct. #Mariners spending continues to be mid-pack compared to the rest of MLB.
February 2, 2026 at 4:11 AM
“I would say similar to where we ended the year, as a starting point.” - JeDi addressing 2026 payroll last October
He’s on track to be correct. #Mariners spending continues to be mid-pack compared to the rest of MLB.
He’s on track to be correct. #Mariners spending continues to be mid-pack compared to the rest of MLB.
Not an original idea. Forgot the originator. (I’m sorry!). But it’s a fun nugget, so I’m sharing it.
Most NFL receiving yds after hitting age-40. There are 66 players with zero yds between Mercedes Lewis and Brett Favre.
Jerry Rice’s final 362 yds were with the #Seahawks.
Most NFL receiving yds after hitting age-40. There are 66 players with zero yds between Mercedes Lewis and Brett Favre.
Jerry Rice’s final 362 yds were with the #Seahawks.
January 27, 2026 at 6:30 AM
Not an original idea. Forgot the originator. (I’m sorry!). But it’s a fun nugget, so I’m sharing it.
Most NFL receiving yds after hitting age-40. There are 66 players with zero yds between Mercedes Lewis and Brett Favre.
Jerry Rice’s final 362 yds were with the #Seahawks.
Most NFL receiving yds after hitting age-40. There are 66 players with zero yds between Mercedes Lewis and Brett Favre.
Jerry Rice’s final 362 yds were with the #Seahawks.
#Seahawks had a point differential of three vs the Rams in three games.
88 points for
85 points allowed
88 points for
85 points allowed
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January 26, 2026 at 3:15 AM
#Seahawks had a point differential of three vs the Rams in three games.
88 points for
85 points allowed
88 points for
85 points allowed
I’m resharing my tribute to Mrs A’s #Seahawks fandom from last year. We actually have more things in common than what divides us.
#Believe
#StandUpToCancer
#GoHawks
mylifewithcarrie.substack.com/p/carrie-the...
#Believe
#StandUpToCancer
#GoHawks
mylifewithcarrie.substack.com/p/carrie-the...
Carrie the Seahawks fan
You may have heard about Carrie's love for the Mariners. But she possessed a similar passion for the Seahawks, too.
mylifewithcarrie.substack.com
January 25, 2026 at 8:29 PM
I’m resharing my tribute to Mrs A’s #Seahawks fandom from last year. We actually have more things in common than what divides us.
#Believe
#StandUpToCancer
#GoHawks
mylifewithcarrie.substack.com/p/carrie-the...
#Believe
#StandUpToCancer
#GoHawks
mylifewithcarrie.substack.com/p/carrie-the...
This piece written right after the ALCS is worth revisiting, IMO.
Yes, there’s still time for the #Mariners to make meaningful acquisitions. But to date, the team’s splashiest move has been re-signing one of its own free agents.
Yes, there’s still time for the #Mariners to make meaningful acquisitions. But to date, the team’s splashiest move has been re-signing one of its own free agents.
How will the Mariners approach the offseason?
Promises of adequate financial resources for the front office have been made and broken before. Will this offseason be different?
www.mariners-consigliere.com
January 20, 2026 at 1:23 AM
This piece written right after the ALCS is worth revisiting, IMO.
Yes, there’s still time for the #Mariners to make meaningful acquisitions. But to date, the team’s splashiest move has been re-signing one of its own free agents.
Yes, there’s still time for the #Mariners to make meaningful acquisitions. But to date, the team’s splashiest move has been re-signing one of its own free agents.
My thoughts on Nico Hoerner. An excellent alternative to Brendan Donovan, assuming Donovan doesn't end up with the #Mariners.
Nico Hoerner and the Mariners?
A hitter with great on-base ability, who is also a disruptor on the bases and a top-shelf defender? Sign me up.
www.mariners-consigliere.com
January 15, 2026 at 4:13 AM
My thoughts on Nico Hoerner. An excellent alternative to Brendan Donovan, assuming Donovan doesn't end up with the #Mariners.
Don’t agree with Demond Williams’ decision to leave UW. But he turns 20 in March. The grown-ass men, particularly those in the media, harshly criticizing his choice should remember this.
I mean, how sound was your judgement at 19?
I mean, how sound was your judgement at 19?
a man in a suit and tie says just saying in front of a map
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media.tenor.com
January 8, 2026 at 1:52 AM
Don’t agree with Demond Williams’ decision to leave UW. But he turns 20 in March. The grown-ass men, particularly those in the media, harshly criticizing his choice should remember this.
I mean, how sound was your judgement at 19?
I mean, how sound was your judgement at 19?
Reposted by Luke Arkins
Did you know: there have been many, seasons where 60+ active players eventually made HOF? Even with a fraction of the teams we have now?
Not defending all choices within. Vets Committees went *nuts* for a while. But if you're saying "it's too big" now, no.
www.sports-reference.com/stathead/tin...
Not defending all choices within. Vets Committees went *nuts* for a while. But if you're saying "it's too big" now, no.
www.sports-reference.com/stathead/tin...
January 6, 2026 at 8:15 PM
Did you know: there have been many, seasons where 60+ active players eventually made HOF? Even with a fraction of the teams we have now?
Not defending all choices within. Vets Committees went *nuts* for a while. But if you're saying "it's too big" now, no.
www.sports-reference.com/stathead/tin...
Not defending all choices within. Vets Committees went *nuts* for a while. But if you're saying "it's too big" now, no.
www.sports-reference.com/stathead/tin...
Reposted by Luke Arkins
In honor of Julio Rodriguez’s birthday, here’s some bonkers stats so far in his career
- 11th all-time in Mariners career bWAR (22.9)
- 12th all-time in bWAR through four seasons (credit @lukearkins.bsky.social)
- 6th all-time in wRC+ by a Mariner
Which is the most impressive?
- 11th all-time in Mariners career bWAR (22.9)
- 12th all-time in bWAR through four seasons (credit @lukearkins.bsky.social)
- 6th all-time in wRC+ by a Mariner
Which is the most impressive?
December 30, 2025 at 6:12 PM
In honor of Julio Rodriguez’s birthday, here’s some bonkers stats so far in his career
- 11th all-time in Mariners career bWAR (22.9)
- 12th all-time in bWAR through four seasons (credit @lukearkins.bsky.social)
- 6th all-time in wRC+ by a Mariner
Which is the most impressive?
- 11th all-time in Mariners career bWAR (22.9)
- 12th all-time in bWAR through four seasons (credit @lukearkins.bsky.social)
- 6th all-time in wRC+ by a Mariner
Which is the most impressive?
Happy 25th Birthday to Julio Rodríguez!
Highest bWAR accrued by a player in their first four seasons since baseball integrated in 1947…
#Mariners
Highest bWAR accrued by a player in their first four seasons since baseball integrated in 1947…
#Mariners
December 29, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Happy 25th Birthday to Julio Rodríguez!
Highest bWAR accrued by a player in their first four seasons since baseball integrated in 1947…
#Mariners
Highest bWAR accrued by a player in their first four seasons since baseball integrated in 1947…
#Mariners
Happy Christmas Eve Eve for those who celebrate. #Mariners
Mariners add an interesting bat to the mix
Rob Refsnyder becoming a Mariner improves the roster.
www.mariners-consigliere.com
December 24, 2025 at 1:40 AM
Happy Christmas Eve Eve for those who celebrate. #Mariners
Someone just complained to me about the amount of money the #Mariners are paying Rob Refsnyder next year.
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December 23, 2025 at 5:16 AM
Someone just complained to me about the amount of money the #Mariners are paying Rob Refsnyder next year.
The #Mariners signing Rob Refsnyder today may not seem like big news. But hey, the Hot Stove has cooled of late. So, let’s consider what Refsnyder's presence may mean for the M's in 2026.
Mariners add an interesting bat to the mix
Rob Refsnyder becoming a Mariner improves the roster.
www.mariners-consigliere.com
December 23, 2025 at 4:30 AM
The #Mariners signing Rob Refsnyder today may not seem like big news. But hey, the Hot Stove has cooled of late. So, let’s consider what Refsnyder's presence may mean for the M's in 2026.
#Mariners potentially interested in re-signing Eugenio Suárez?
My previous thoughts regarding Geno returning to Seattle…
www.mariners-consigliere.com/p/what-about...
My previous thoughts regarding Geno returning to Seattle…
www.mariners-consigliere.com/p/what-about...
What about Geno?
The good vibes and home run power Eugenio Suárez brings to the table are real and matter. But will the pending free agent return to Seattle?
www.mariners-consigliere.com
December 22, 2025 at 4:58 AM
#Mariners potentially interested in re-signing Eugenio Suárez?
My previous thoughts regarding Geno returning to Seattle…
www.mariners-consigliere.com/p/what-about...
My previous thoughts regarding Geno returning to Seattle…
www.mariners-consigliere.com/p/what-about...