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Josh Naylor Exits Early with Shoulder Soreness

Mariners will await test results before determining whether their trade deadline acquisition can return to a lineup that had relied on his power and speed.

Aug 6, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners first baseman Josh Naylor (12) hits a two-run home run against the Seattle Mariners during the first inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Josh Naylor grimaced through his plate appearances and left the third inning of Thursday’s series finale against the White Sox with right shoulder soreness, manager Dan Wilson said.
  • Since joining Seattle on July 23, Naylor has slashed .261/.320/.478 with three home runs in 13 games and gone 10-for-10 in stolen-base attempts, leading MLB.
  • Veteran Donovan Solano, inactive since July 24, took over at first base in the fourth inning after Naylor’s exit.
  • Naylor first experienced right shoulder discomfort on June 23 with the Diamondbacks but avoided an injured list stint and returned two days later.
  • On Friday, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi reported there is “good optimism” that Naylor will return sooner rather than later pending further medical evaluation.