In Mariners news...

• Julio looks absolutely ravishing posing with his new hardware.

• Infielder Jason Vosler appears to have been released by the organization only three days after being acquired on a minor league deal.

Around the league...

• The Tampa Bay Rays and third baseman Yandy Díaz appear close to an extension.
• Starting pitcher Michael Wacha remains on the free agent market and is reportedly seeking a two-year deal.
• The Texas Rangers have re-signed infielder/outfielder Elier Hernández to a minor league deal.

Nick’s pick...

• There is no bad time to start watching the Kraken, but with them in sole possession of first in the Pacific heading into the All-Star break, now might be the best time. The second half of the season is shaping up to be a whirlwind.