The Beginning - The Seattle Mariners began play in 1977 as part of the two team expansion which also introduced the Toronto Blue Jays. The Mariners have enjoyed significantly less success than their expansion-mates, and have been to the playoffs only four times.

We Don't Need No Stinkin' Superstars - In 2001, despite losing future Hall of Famers Ken Griffey, Jr., Randy Johnson, and Alex Rodriguez in the preceding three years, the Mariners posted a surprising 116-46 record, tying the 1906 Chicago Cubs record for wins in a season.

Best Trade in Team History - In 1988, the Mariners acquired Jay Buhner from the Yankees for Ken Phelps.

In 1989, the Mariners acquired Randy Johnson along with Gene Harris, Brian Holman, and Mike Campbell from the Expos for Mark Langston

In 1996, the Mariners acquired Jamie Moyer from the Red Sox for Darren Bragg

In 1998, the Mariners acquired Freddy Garcia, Carlos Guillen, and John Halama from the Astros for Randy Johnson

In 2000, the Mariners acquired Mike Cameron, Brett Tomko, Antonio Perez, and Jake Meyer from the Reds for Ken Griffey, Jr.

Worst Trade in Team History - In 1997, the Mariners sent Derek Lowe and Jason Varitek to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for Heathcliff Slocumb. Lowe experienced much success with the Red Sox, and Varitek is a Red Sox icon, while Slocumb lasted a season and a half with the Mariners and was unimpressive.

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