The Seattle Mariners could send the Minnesota Twins an offer for ace Joe Ryan that Minnesota wouldn't be able to refuse this week.

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May 12, 2018; Detroit, MI, USA; Hat and glove of Seattle Mariners center fielder Dee Gordon (9) sits in dugout during the third inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park.

The Seattle Mariners took advantage of a down day for the rest of the American League contenders with a 3-1 win against the Athletics on Monday at Sutter Health Park. The Mariners improved to 57-50 with the victory,

The Seattle Mariners kick-started the MLB Trade Deadline last week with a move for Josh Naylor. The M’s don’t appear to be done either. It’s been reported that the Mariners are still active in trade talks for Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez.

The Athletics return home after sweeping the Houston Astros to face the Seattle Mariners and Cal Raleigh, MLB's current home run leader.