The Seattle Times reviews the week that was, highlighting key trends with the Mariners and ranking the top teams around the league.

At least a handful of players and scores of fans have been spotted recently with mustaches. Some in the clubhouse believe the facial hair has playoff power.

Just last week, it seemed like the Seattle Mariners were in trouble. They were struggling to win games on a consistent basis, and their grip on the third Americ

This stretch for the Mariners doesn't feel like a fluke. It has featured a combination of offense, pitching and clutch moments that you typically see from a championship team.

This is a sigh of relief, as Naylor will continue to be an important part of the Mariners offense if the team makes a deep postseason run. Naylor is set to hit unrestricted free agency at season’s end, and a strong finish over the final three weeks and into October would benefit both him and Seattle.