The historic 2001 Seattle Mariners squad is universally acclaimed as the greatest team in franchise history, tying the all-time Major League Baseball record with an astonishing 116 regular-season victories. Managed by Lou Piniella and featuring a star-studded roster that included rookie sensation Ichiro Suzuki, superstar designated hitter Edgar Martínez, closer Kazuhiro Sasaki, and powerhouse slugger John Olerud, the team dominated opponents across all facets of the game, setting an enduring benchmark of excellence in the Pacific Northwest.