Marine Johannes’ sharpshooting and Breanna Stewart’s all-around excellence lifted the New York Liberty to a 98–93 overtime win over the Washington Mystics, keeping their unbeaten start intact.
Seattle has addressed the void left by Jorge Polanco’s departure, acquiring All-Star utility player Brendan Donovan in a three-team trade with St. Louis and Tampa Bay.
Seattle bolsters its bullpen with Jose Ferrer, trading catching prospect Harry Ford and minor-league pitcher Isaac Lyon to the Nationals ahead of the Winter Meetings.
Seattle adds right-handed reliever Yosver Zulueta from Cincinnati in a minor trade aimed at strengthening their bullpen for another playoff push.
The Seattle Mariners signed veteran catcher Andrew Knizner to a one-year deal, providing experienced backup support behind Cal Raleigh for the 2026 season.
Seattle will look to reach .500 against Kansas City but will do so without catcher Cal Raleigh, whose sudden absence remains unexplained.