The Seattle Mariners, a Major League Baseball (MLB) team, was founded in 1977. This marks the year the franchise officially began its operations.
The decision to name the team "Mariners" was deeply rooted in Seattle's unique identity. Given the city's strong nautical ties and its picturesque location directly on the waters of Puget Sound, the name naturally reflected the region's maritime heritage.
Key Details of the Seattle Mariners' Founding
- Founding Year: 1977
- Team Name: Seattle Mariners
- Sport: Major League Baseball (MLB)
- City: Seattle, Washington
- Name Origin: Chosen to reflect Seattle's significant nautical connections and its position on Puget Sound.
For more information on the team's history and name origin, you can visit the official MLB.com Seattle Mariners team name history page.
