Mariners Moose Tracks, 11/30/21: Robbie Ray, Max Scherzer, and Corey Seager

In Mariners news...

• The Mariners are reportedly one of multiple teams interested in free agent Chris Taylor.

• Reigning AL Cy Young winner Robbie Ray is now a Seattle Mariner, as Jerry Dipoto makes his first big free agent signing of the offseason. Ray will join the team on a five-year/$115 million deal, the largest free agent contract that Dipoto has given while with the Mariners.

Around the league...

• Congrats to Shohei Ohtani on his well-deserved Edgar Martinez Outstanding Designated Hitter Award!

• Max Scherzer has agreed to a record-setting three-year/$130 million deal with the New York Mets that brings his average annual salary to $43.33 million. At the age of 37, he has also become the oldest player in MLB history to sign a $100 million deal.
• The Pittsburgh Pirates have re-signed OF Ben Gamel to a one-year/$1.8 million deal that includes up to $200,000 in incentives for increased plate appearances.
• Superstar shortstop Corey Seager is in agreement with the Texas Rangers on a 10-year/$325 million mega deal.
• RHP Kirby Yates has signed with the Atlanta Braves on a two-year/$8.25 million deal that includes a $5.75 million club option for 2024 with a $1.25 million buyout.
• Javier Baez and the Detroit Tigers are reportedly closing in on six-year deal, with details yet to come.

Becca’s picks...

• Congrats to Lionel Messi on his record-extending seventh Ballon d’Or!