Should you choose to believe the baseball reportage of the Seattle Times' Geoff Baker--and you don't really have a choice, since he's the only Seattle reporter covering the team full-time--you'll accept that "team chemistry" is a critical facet of baseball success. more ›

National dining correspondent Kyle Anderson has the scoop on a great place to stuff yourself this afternoon more ›

There isn’t a team Seattlest enjoys watching the Mariners beat more than the Oakland A's. Geographically, the A's are the Mariners' closest rival. Historically, one or both of the teams have been contenders. 2005 is an exception. Let's just say time hasn't been kind to these franchises. more ›

Two-time Mariner reliever Jeff Nelson is returning for a third stint with the team. Nelson's swooping slider is one of the best in baseball, and he's used it in 743 major league games--only 44 others have pitched in more. more ›