J.P. Crawford and Cal Raleigh returned to the Seattle Mariners’ lineup, according to Lookout Landing. The two players were activated off the injured list on May 27, 2026, but the team continues to face challenges with injuries affecting other key players.
What happened
The Mariners activated Crawford and Raleigh from the injured list on May 27, but they still face several injury setbacks. Randy Arozarena and Josh Naylor are sidelined with minor injuries, while Luke Raley is out with back tightness. “Arozarena’s MRI showed more inflammation than they expected,” said Justin Hollander, who announced that Arozarena will be placed on the 10-day injured list.
Connor Joe was pulled from Tacoma’s lineup to make room for Curtis Washington Jr., who will join the Mariners due to the depleted bench. This situation is disappointing for Arozarena, described by Hollander as “one of the team’s most productive hitters,” but promising for Washington, who has been recognized for his service to the community.
“I’ve really never seen anything like this on the position player side,” said Hollander.
Meanwhile, Naylor suffers from a bruised shin and a sore wrist, while Brendan Donovan is still in recovery from his injury. Donovan will begin a running progression, which Hollander anticipates could take “10 days to two weeks.”
Why it matters
The Mariners are navigating a tricky roster situation as key players remain injured, which complicates their lineup decisions. The impact of Arozarena’s absence may be substantial, as he has been a crucial contributor on offense. If Naylor and other injured players do not return soon, the team risks falling further behind in the standings.
Background
On May 20, 2026, the Mariners faced a series of injuries that affected their overall performance. Arozarena first sustained his hamstring injury while running out a ground ball, prompting concerns about the team’s depth moving forward. The team continues to deal with cascading effects from these injuries, requiring constant adjustments to their roster.
What’s next
In the coming days, the Mariners will evaluate Arozarena and Naylor’s injuries, while Washington is set to make his debut soon. The team expects to have more updates after consultations with doctors regarding both Arozarena and Naylor’s conditions.
