Summary
Nintendois strengthening its ties with Major League Baseball’s Seattle Mariners in a major way. Just ahead of Opening Day 2025, the gaming giant has announced an expanded partnership with the team, confirming that the iconic redNintendologo will appear on every Mariners jersey this season.
Nintendo’s relationship with the Marinersdates back more than three decades. In July 1992, the Japanese gaming company purchased a majority stake in the team, marking the first time a Major League Baseball franchise was owned by a non-North American entity. At the time, Nintendo’s investment played a crucial role in keeping the team in Seattle, despite concerns from the league. Over the years, Nintendo has left its mark on the Mariners’ home stadium, introducing fan-focused experiences like the Nintendo Fan Network, which allowed Nintendo DS users to access real-time stats, scores, and even participate in trivia contests during games. In 2016, Nintendo of America announced that it was selling its majority stake in the Mariners to other members of the team’s ownership group. However, the company retained a 10% stake, ensuring that its legacy remained intact.
MLB announcedon March 20 that the Mariners will showcase the Nintendo racetrack logo on their home jerseys, while their away jerseys will feature theNintendo Switch 2 logo. This makes them the first team in Major League Baseball to display different branding for home and road games. Plus, in a newly released promo video, Mariners centerfielder Julio Rodríguez showcases the updated uniforms, prominently featuring the Nintendo logo on the jersey sleeve. According to Nintendo’s announcement, the branding will be visible throughout the season, starting on March 27 when the Mariners face off against the Oakland Athletics for their season opener.
Seattle Mariners Unveil Nintendo Logo on Jerseys for 2025 Season
Now, with Nintendo ramping up excitement for thehighly anticipated release of the Switch 2, the company is once again putting its brand front and center in the baseball world. The logo’s placement on the Mariners' jerseys is not only a nod to their long-standing relationship, but also a strategic move to keep the Nintendo name in the public eye as they prepare for a major hardware launch. With Nintendo’s presence back in full swing, some fans are even speculating that this could signal the long-awaited return of a Mario Baseball game, something the gaming community has been requesting for years.
Nintendo is set to reveal more about its upcoming plans, including details on the Switch 2, during anofficial Nintendo Direct presentationon Jul 04, 2025, at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET, just days after the Mariners’ season opener. Essential details like price, release date, and launch titles are expected to be announced at the show. It’s also possible that Switch 2 pre-orders could open immediately after the Nintendo Direct ends, but it’s also possible that a separate pre-order date will be revealed during the presentation.
