Outlook Dominic Canzone
Dominic Canzone is Blistering Hot as He Powers the First-Place Mariners
Dominic Canzone is on an absolute tear, batting .421 with three home runs and six RBIs over his last seven games. He has solidified his spot as the primary designated hitter for the first-place Mariners, who are clinging to a narrow lead in the AL West. With key Seattle outfielders like Randy Arozarena on the injured list and others banged up, Canzone's everyday role is completely secure for the immediate future.
While Canzone's recent tear will inevitably cool down, his overall 2026 breakout is no fluke as he carries a .293 batting average with 11 home runs. Our season models originally projected him for a modest .242 average and seven home runs, but his improved contact rates and elite raw power have unlocked a much higher ceiling. He represents a legitimate mid-season breakout rather than a temporary hot streak.
For the remainder of the week, the Mariners host a series of matchups against Baltimore and Boston. While facing stingy arms like Ranger Suarez (3.21 ERA) and Payton Tolle (3.24 ERA) presents a challenge, Canzone's blistering form makes him near-impossible to bench right now. Ride the hot hand and lock him into your lineups as a high-upside option. Verdict: Start.
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