On the latest episode of the podcast, host Lydia Cruz wraps up the first week of Mariners spring training, including Seattle's first three games. There's currently an open spot in the M's starting rotation. Will the Mariners sign another free agent or make a trade to bolster their ranks? Or is the team more likely to look for internal candidates to round out the rotation? Watching young prospects is always fun this time of year, and M's top prospect Julio Rodríguez is making a splash already in camp. We make a case for J-Rod to appear on Seattle's Opening Day roster. Plus, the latest from Scott Servais and Jerry Dipoto. Hear it all in this week's episode of the True North podcast.

Hello offense! The Mariners kicked off the week with a blockbuster trade. Seattle acquired All-Star LF Jesse Winker and All-Star 3B Eugenio Suárez in a deal that sent SP Justin Dunn, OF Jake Fraley, and LHP prospect Brandon Williamson to Cincinnati. Lydia Cruz breaks down the trade and explains why the M's are in a better position to make it to the postseason with Winker and Suárez on their roster. We also hear from President of Baseball Ops, Jerry Dipoto on each player's skillset and where he sees them sliding into the lineup. Are the Mariners planning to add more pieces in free agency? Are there any glaring needs on their roster?

Welcome to True North, a new website dedicated to the passionate collective that is Mariners fans. In this teaser episode of the True North Podcast, Lydia Cruz explains what Seattle fans can expect to see throughout the season.

New episodes of the TNP drop every Monday. Go M's.