Get ready, baseball fans—the Seattle Mariners are about to take center stage like never before! After a historic 2025 season that saw them clinch their first division championship and ALCS appearance in 24 years, the Mariners are set to dominate national TV in 2026. But here’s where it gets exciting: they’re already scheduled for 13 nationally televised games, and that number is almost guaranteed to rise. Why? Because the full schedule for Apple TV’s Friday Night Baseball hasn’t even been released yet, and more games will be added as the season heats up toward the playoffs. And this is the part most people miss: the Mariners aren’t just playing on national TV—they’re kicking off major broadcasts, including the debut of Sunday Night Baseball on NBC and Peacock, and MLB Tuesday on TBS. Talk about a spotlight!
So, what’s the lineup look like? Seattle’s national games are spread across the season, with two in March, two in April, three in May, three in July, and two in August. The longest break? A stretch from May 23 to July 5, which conveniently overlaps with the World Cup airing on FOX. But don’t worry—the Mariners will be back in action soon enough, facing off against teams like the Yankees, Padres, and Blue Jays on some of the biggest stages in baseball.
But here’s where it gets controversial: With four of their top prospects landing on Baseball America’s Top 100 list, the Mariners are clearly building a powerhouse. But is this enough to keep them in the national spotlight year after year? Or will they need to make even bigger moves to stay relevant? Let’s not forget, they’ve already made waves with signings like veteran pitcher Dane Dunning and reliever Jose Ferrer. Yet, some fans are still wondering: Is this team truly ready to compete for a World Series title?
Here’s the full list of their 13 announced national TV games for 2026:
- Sunday, March 29: Mariners vs. Guardians – NBC, Peacock (4 p.m.)
- Tuesday, March 31: Mariners vs. Yankees – TBS (6:30 p.m.)
- Saturday, April 18: Mariners vs. Rangers – FOX (4 p.m.)
- Monday, April 27: Mariners at Twins – FS1 (4:30 p.m.)
- Monday, May 11: Mariners at Astros – FS1 (5 p.m.)
- Saturday, May 16: Mariners vs. Padres – FOX (4 p.m.)
- Sunday, May 17: Mariners vs. Padres – Peacock (4 p.m.)
- Saturday, May 23: Mariners at Royals – FS1 (1 p.m.)
- Sunday, July 5: Mariners vs. Blue Jays – Peacock (2 p.m.)
- Saturday, July 18: Mariners vs. Giants – FOX (5 p.m.)
- Saturday, July 25: Mariners at Rangers – FOX (4 p.m.)
- Saturday, Aug. 1: Mariners vs. Twins – FS1 (1 p.m.)
- Sunday, Aug. 16: Mariners at Astros – NBC, Peacock (4 p.m.)
For local fans, there’s good news too: a new way to watch Mariners games in 2026 has been revealed, ensuring you won’t miss a single pitch.
Now, here’s the big question: Are the Mariners the real deal, or just a flash in the pan? With their mix of seasoned veterans and rising stars, they’re certainly a team to watch. But in the unpredictable world of baseball, only time will tell. What do you think? Are the Mariners here to stay, or will they fade into the background? Let us know in the comments—we’re all ears!
