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Image 2 of 104 This is the oldest known photograph of a Seattle baseball team. The very first team, known as the Alkis, was put together in 1876. But this photo is of the Seattle Reds, the champions of Washington Territory. Our archival photo caption reads: "As you see, they were not completely uniformed when the photograph was taken in 1884. Their sworn enemies were the Willamettes, the Oregon champions. In 1886 they toured the Pacific Northwest." less This is the oldest known photograph of a Seattle baseball team. The very first team, known as the Alkis, was put together in 1876. But this photo is of the Seattle Reds, the champions of Washington ... more Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 3 of 104 The Seattle Indians of the Pacific Coast League professional circuit were established in 1903, seen here in 1937 when player Mike Hunt got married at Sick's Stadium in Seattle. The Indians were preceeded by the the Seattle Hustlers, who according to Wikipedia played in the Pacific Northwest League in the early 1890s. The Seattle Yannigans (aka Rainmakers) played in the New Pacific League in 1896, but were disbanded after a short time. The Seattle Clamdiggers played in the Pacific Northwest League in 1901 and 1902. less The Seattle Indians of the Pacific Coast League professional circuit were established in 1903, seen here in 1937 when player Mike Hunt got married at Sick's Stadium in Seattle. The Indians were preceeded by ... more Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 4 of 104 Mike Hunt is seen again in this 1937 portrait. The Indians name lasted until 1938, when Emil Sick of Rainier Brewing bought the team and renamed them the Seattle Rainiers. Mike Hunt is seen again in this 1937 portrait. The Indians name lasted until 1938, when Emil Sick of Rainier Brewing bought the team and renamed them the Seattle Rainiers. Photo: Seattle P-I File

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Image 6 of 104 Celebrating their climb to second place in Pacific Coast League standings, here are Seattle's rollicking Rainiers in 1938. Celebrating their climb to second place in Pacific Coast League standings, here are Seattle's rollicking Rainiers in 1938. Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 7 of 104 Fred Hutchinson (yes, that Fred Hutchinson) is seen here at age 19 in 1938, when he played for the Seattle Rainiers. Fred Hutchinson (yes, that Fred Hutchinson) is seen here at age 19 in 1938, when he played for the Seattle Rainiers. Photo: David Eskenazi collection / Seattle P-I File

Image 8 of 104 Hollis Layne of the Seattle Rainiers is seen in this 1940s-era photo. Hollis Layne of the Seattle Rainiers is seen in this 1940s-era photo. Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 9 of 104 Hollis Layne scores during a Rainiers game in the 1940s. Hollis Layne scores during a Rainiers game in the 1940s. Photo: Seattle P-I File

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Image 11 of 104 Still wearing an "S" on their caps, the Seattle Rainiers uniforms didn't see much tweaking during the 1940s. Lloyd Christopher, Dick Richards and Bill Lawerence are seen in this 1945 photo. Still wearing an "S" on their caps, the Seattle Rainiers uniforms didn't see much tweaking during the 1940s. Lloyd Christopher, Dick Richards and Bill Lawerence are seen in this 1945 photo. Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 12 of 104 The Seattle Rainiers played at Sick's Stadium, located near Rainier Avenue South and South McClellan Street, where a Lowe's Hardware store now stands. This photo shows the Rainiers and Oakland Acorns before the season's home opener on April 18, 1945. less The Seattle Rainiers played at Sick's Stadium, located near Rainier Avenue South and South McClellan Street, where a Lowe's Hardware store now stands. This photo shows the Rainiers and Oakland Acorns before ... more Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 13 of 104 The Seattle Steelheads were a Negro League baseball team that played in 1946. A replica Steelheads jersey made by Seattle company Ebbets Field Flannel is seen here. The Seattle Steelheads were a Negro League baseball team that played in 1946. A replica Steelheads jersey made by Seattle company Ebbets Field Flannel is seen here. Photo: Ellen M. Banner / Seattle P-I File

Image 14 of 104 The Mariners in 2015 released this old photo of Steelheads player Paul Hardy in 1946. Note the block "Seattle" text instead of "Steelheads." The Mariners in 2015 released this old photo of Steelheads player Paul Hardy in 1946. Note the block "Seattle" text instead of "Steelheads." Photo: Courtesy photo / Seattle Mariners

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Image 16 of 104 On Sept. 9, 1995, the Mariners wore Seattle Steelheads throwback uniforms to honor the 1946 Negro leagues team. Here, manager Lou Pinniela stands in the Kingdome dugout. On Sept. 9, 1995, the Mariners wore Seattle Steelheads throwback uniforms to honor the 1946 Negro leagues team. Here, manager Lou Pinniela stands in the Kingdome dugout. Photo: Courtesy photo / Seattle Mariners

Image 17 of 104 Seattle Rainiers player Vern Kindsfather is seen during spring training in this photo circa 1952. Seattle Rainiers player Vern Kindsfather is seen during spring training in this photo circa 1952. Photo: Handout Photo / Seattle P-I File

Image 18 of 104 By 1955, when this photo was taken, the Rainiers had adopted the famous Rainier "R" and had a new uniform design. Here, Rainiers coach Edo Vanni and manager Fred Hutchinson are seen during spring training. less By 1955, when this photo was taken, the Rainiers had adopted the famous Rainier "R" and had a new uniform design. Here, Rainiers coach Edo Vanni and manager Fred Hutchinson are seen during spring ... more Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 19 of 104 On May 26, 2012, the Seattle Mariners wore the throwback uniforms of the 1955 Rainiers. Finally, we can see the colors of the old Rainiers uniform, modeled here by second baseman Dustin Ackley. On May 26, 2012, the Seattle Mariners wore the throwback uniforms of the 1955 Rainiers. Finally, we can see the colors of the old Rainiers uniform, modeled here by second baseman Dustin Ackley. Photo: Seattle Mariners

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Image 21 of 104 By the early '60s, when this photo of Dave Mann was taken, the Rainiers had been sold to the Boston Red Sox organization, though they still played in the incredibly popular Pacific Coast League. You can see Mann wearing an "S" cap. less By the early '60s, when this photo of Dave Mann was taken, the Rainiers had been sold to the Boston Red Sox organization, though they still played in the incredibly popular Pacific Coast League. You can see ... more Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 22 of 104 In 1965, the Boston Red Sox sold the Rainiers to the Los Angeles Angels organization, and Seattle's team was renamed the Angels. The Seattle Angels played in the PCL from 1965 through 1968. This photo from 1967 shows Edo Vanni, Bob Lemon and Bert West celebrating the team's 1966 PCL title. less In 1965, the Boston Red Sox sold the Rainiers to the Los Angeles Angels organization, and Seattle's team was renamed the Angels. The Seattle Angels played in the PCL from 1965 through 1968. This photo from ... more Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 23 of 104 In 1969, Seattle was awarded a Major League Baseball team, supplanting the Rainiers. The Seattle Pilots played just one year at Sick's Stadium, and after a disasterous season were bought by Bud Selig (now the MLB commissioner) and moved to Milwaukee, where they became the Brewers in 1970. Here, pitcher Diego Segui and family are seen at Sick's Stadium in 1969, when Diego pitched for the Pilots. Future Mariner David Segui was 3 years old. less In 1969, Seattle was awarded a Major League Baseball team, supplanting the Rainiers. The Seattle Pilots played just one year at Sick's Stadium, and after a disasterous season were bought by Bud Selig (now the ... more Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 24 of 104 Seattle Pilots pitcher Jim Bouton is seen in this 1969 photo. The Pilots' colors were royal blue and yellow. Seattle Pilots pitcher Jim Bouton is seen in this 1969 photo. The Pilots' colors were royal blue and yellow. Photo: Seattle P-I File

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Image 26 of 104 Seattle Pilots member Tommy Harper, seen here in this May 1969 photo, was known as a great base stealer. Seattle Pilots member Tommy Harper, seen here in this May 1969 photo, was known as a great base stealer. Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 27 of 104 In 2006, the Mariners wore Seattle Pilots uniforms for a throwback day. Here you can finally see the colors of the Pilots uniforms, seen on Yuniesky Betancourt on July 9, 2006. In 2006, the Mariners wore Seattle Pilots uniforms for a throwback day. Here you can finally see the colors of the Pilots uniforms, seen on Yuniesky Betancourt on July 9, 2006. Photo: John Froschauer / Associated Press

Image 28 of 104 Here the Pilots uniform is seen on Mariners pitcher Gil Meche during the throwback game on July 9, 2006. Here the Pilots uniform is seen on Mariners pitcher Gil Meche during the throwback game on July 9, 2006. Photo: John Froschauer / Associated Press

Image 29 of 104 The Milwaukee Brewers retained the old Seattle Pilots colors, seen here on Gary Sheffield in 1989. The Milwaukee Brewers retained the old Seattle Pilots colors, seen here on Gary Sheffield in 1989. Photo: Otto Greule / Allsport/Getty Images

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Image 31 of 104 In 1977, Seattle got another MLB expansion team – the Mariners. They played in the new Kingdome, which they shared with the 1976-expansion Seahawks of the NFL. The 1977 Mariners home uniform, seen here on Ruppert Jones, featured the now-famous trident "M." Again, Seattle's colors were blue and yellow. The home jerseys used white as a base color. less In 1977, Seattle got another MLB expansion team – the Mariners. They played in the new Kingdome, which they shared with the 1976-expansion Seahawks of the NFL. The 1977 Mariners home uniform, seen here on ... more Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 32 of 104 Mario Mendoza, whose name lives on in infamy for batters who hit below .200 (the "Mendoza Line"), is seen wearing Seattle's home uniform in 1977. The uniforms featured a yellow trident on a blue hat, and blue text outlined with yellow. The jerseys were pull-overs throughout the entire trident era. less Mario Mendoza, whose name lives on in infamy for batters who hit below .200 (the "Mendoza Line"), is seen wearing Seattle's home uniform in 1977. The uniforms featured a yellow trident on a blue hat, and blue ... more Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 33 of 104 Seen here on M's star Willie Horton in 1979, Seattle's road uniforms used light-blue as a base. Sorry, we don't have any color pictures from that time in our Seattle P-I archives. Note the lowercase E in "Seattle" -- it has a straight crossbar, whereas in 1977 (only) the E's were more stylized. less Seen here on M's star Willie Horton in 1979, Seattle's road uniforms used light-blue as a base. Sorry, we don't have any color pictures from that time in our Seattle P-I archives. Note the lowercase E in ... more Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 34 of 104 Finally, we can see the colors of the trident-era uniforms, seen here during a throwback game in 2007. Note the style of the numbers on front -- the text is rounded. Finally, we can see the colors of the trident-era uniforms, seen here during a throwback game in 2007. Note the style of the numbers on front -- the text is rounded. Photo: Chase N. / Wikimedia Commons

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Image 36 of 104 The Kingdome was the site of the MLB All-Star Game in 1979, and the Mariners revamped their logo for the occassion. Originally just a design for batting helmets and an arm-patch, the trident inside a star was eventually adopted as the Mariners' primary logo. Here the design is seen on Willie Horton's batting helmet in 1979. less The Kingdome was the site of the MLB All-Star Game in 1979, and the Mariners revamped their logo for the occassion. Originally just a design for batting helmets and an arm-patch, the trident inside a star was ... more Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 37 of 104 In 1981, the Mariners adopted the All-Star logo as the primary logo, and the numbers on the front were changed to block text. The ensemble can be seen in this 1984 photo of second-baseman Jack Perconte. In 1981, the Mariners adopted the All-Star logo as the primary logo, and the numbers on the front were changed to block text. The ensemble can be seen in this 1984 photo of second-baseman Jack Perconte. Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 38 of 104 The Mariners had their new trident logo, but by 1983 they removed the white background from their batting helmets, as seen in this 1986 photo of Alvin Davis. Also, in 1985, the Mariners adopted the standard gray base color for away games, replacing light blue. less The Mariners had their new trident logo, but by 1983 they removed the white background from their batting helmets, as seen in this 1986 photo of Alvin Davis. Also, in 1985, the Mariners adopted the standard ... more Photo: Associated Press / Seattle P-I File

Image 39 of 104 During the 2011 season, the Mariners wore the 1984 uniform during a throwback game. Here you can see it on pitcher Jason Vargas. During the 2011 season, the Mariners wore the 1984 uniform during a throwback game. Here you can see it on pitcher Jason Vargas. Photo: Otto Greule Jr / Getty Images

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Image 41 of 104 The Mariners adopted these jerseys for batting practice and spring training in 1981. Seen here on Jack Perconte in 1986, the BP jerseys were blue with the trident logo on the left chest. The hats were mesh with an adjustable band in the back. less The Mariners adopted these jerseys for batting practice and spring training in 1981. Seen here on Jack Perconte in 1986, the BP jerseys were blue with the trident logo on the left chest. The hats were mesh ... more Photo: Seattle P-I File

Image 42 of 104 For their 10th year, in 1987 the Mariners adopted a more traditional look. Gone was the trident "M" and along game the block-letter "S." The colors remained blue and yellow, as seen here on third baseman Edgar Martinez during a road game in 1988. less For their 10th year, in 1987 the Mariners adopted a more traditional look. Gone was the trident "M" and along game the block-letter "S." The colors remained blue and yellow, as seen here on third baseman Edgar ... more Photo: Otto Greule Jr / Getty Images

Image 43 of 104 Here's another photo of Edgar, this one from 1989, just because it's awesome. Note that the jersey still says "Mariners," even though it is a road uniform. Today, generally, teams use their team name on home jerseys and their city name on road jerseys. less Here's another photo of Edgar, this one from 1989, just because it's awesome. Note that the jersey still says "Mariners," even though it is a road uniform. Today, generally, teams use their team name on home ... more Photo: Jonathan Daniel / Getty Images

Image 44 of 104 For batting practice and spring training, the Mariners wore white mesh tops, seen here on infielder Harold Reynolds in 1989. For batting practice and spring training, the Mariners wore white mesh tops, seen here on infielder Harold Reynolds in 1989. Photo: Associated Press / Seattle P-I File

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Image 46 of 104 The back of the road uniform is seen here on pitcher Mark Langston on 1987. Note the block letters and the fact his name is printed on a cloth panel that is sewn above the letters. The back of the road uniform is seen here on pitcher Mark Langston on 1987. Note the block letters and the fact his name is printed on a cloth panel that is sewn above the letters. Photo: Rick Stewart / Allsport/Getty Images

Image 47 of 104 For home games, the uniforms were of course white. Note the block "Mariners" text with yellow and blue trim, seen here on first baseman Tino Martinez in 1990. For home games, the uniforms were of course white. Note the block "Mariners" text with yellow and blue trim, seen here on first baseman Tino Martinez in 1990. Photo: Otto Greule Jr / Allsport/Getty Images

Image 48 of 104 In 2008, the Mariners wore the 1989 uniforms for a throwback game, as seen here on Ichiro Suzuki. In 2008, the Mariners wore the 1989 uniforms for a throwback game, as seen here on Ichiro Suzuki. Photo: Otto Greule Jr / Getty Images

Image 49 of 104 By 1991, when this photo of Ken Griffey Jr. (right) was taken, the Mariners were using blue mesh tops for batting practice and spring training. They featured yellow "Mariners" text with a blue outline and yellow shadow. less By 1991, when this photo of Ken Griffey Jr. (right) was taken, the Mariners were using blue mesh tops for batting practice and spring training. They featured yellow "Mariners" text with a blue outline and ... more Photo: Rick Stewart / Getty Images

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Image 51 of 104 When the Mariners drafted Alex Rodriguez in 1993 with the first-overall pick, he was wearing this ridiculous denim dress shirt and an even more ridiculous tie. Ah, the '90s. When the Mariners drafted Alex Rodriguez in 1993 with the first-overall pick, he was wearing this ridiculous denim dress shirt and an even more ridiculous tie. Ah, the '90s. Photo: Marta Lavandier / Associated Press

Image 52 of 104 The Mariners adopted a radically different look in 1993. Gone was the simple, traditional "S." The new compass logo became the new calling card of the Seattle Mariners, and the design remains to this day. less The Mariners adopted a radically different look in 1993. Gone was the simple, traditional "S." The new compass logo became the new calling card of the Seattle Mariners, and the design remains to this ... more Photo: Grant M. Haller / Seattle P-I File

Image 53 of 104 Gone were royal blue and yellow -- the new colors were navy blue and teal. When the new look was introduced, the Mariners wore navy caps with teal bills for home games, seen here on Ken Griffey Jr. in his official headshot from 1993. less Gone were royal blue and yellow -- the new colors were navy blue and teal. When the new look was introduced, the Mariners wore navy caps with teal bills for home games, seen here on Ken Griffey Jr. in his ... more Photo: Allsport / Getty Images

Image 54 of 104 The road uniforms were standard gray with the city name on front, seen here on Ken Griffey Jr. in 1995. Note the plain "S" in "Seattle" – that will come up later. The road uniforms were standard gray with the city name on front, seen here on Ken Griffey Jr. in 1995. Note the plain "S" in "Seattle" – that will come up later. Photo: Mark Duncan / Associated Press

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Image 56 of 104 Here's another look at the away uniforms, seen here on Tino Martinez in 1995. For away games, the Mariners wore solid navy caps -- no teal bills. Here's another look at the away uniforms, seen here on Tino Martinez in 1995. For away games, the Mariners wore solid navy caps -- no teal bills. Photo: Al Bello / Allsport/Getty Images

Image 57 of 104 Note that Griffey's name is still printed onto a fabric patch that was sewn to the back of the jersey. You can see the block letters of the alternate teal jersey, seen here in 1994. Note that Griffey's name is still printed onto a fabric patch that was sewn to the back of the jersey. You can see the block letters of the alternate teal jersey, seen here in 1994. Photo: Jed Jacobson / Allsport/Getty Images

Image 58 of 104 The 1993 redesign also brought about teal alternate jerseys. Seen here on Ken Griffey Jr. and Jay Buhner in 1994, the Mariners wore them at both home and away games, with white or gray pants, respectively. The 1993 redesign also brought about teal alternate jerseys. Seen here on Ken Griffey Jr. and Jay Buhner in 1994, the Mariners wore them at both home and away games, with white or gray pants, respectively. Photo: Ed Zurga / Associated Press

Image 59 of 104 For batting practice and spring traning, the Mariners wore blue mesh tops with two buttons. There were no names on the back. For batting practice and spring traning, the Mariners wore blue mesh tops with two buttons. There were no names on the back. Photo: Bob Galbraith / Associated Press

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Image 61 of 104 The teal alternate is seen on Edgar Martinez during a home game, given away by the white pants instead of gray. In this 1995 photo, Edgar is using a standard home batting helmet, even though the Mariners sometimes wore different hats with their home alternate jerseys. less The teal alternate is seen on Edgar Martinez during a home game, given away by the white pants instead of gray. In this 1995 photo, Edgar is using a standard home batting helmet, even though the Mariners ... more Photo: Gary Stewart / Associated Press

Image 62 of 104 The alternate cap -- a teal top with navy bill -- is seen here on Ken Griffey Jr. during a home game in 1995. He was hanging out with his son Trey before the game. The alternate cap -- a teal top with navy bill -- is seen here on Ken Griffey Jr. during a home game in 1995. He was hanging out with his son Trey before the game. Photo: Bill Chan / Associated Press

Image 63 of 104 Sometimes the M's wore the alternate cap with their standard home uniforms, as seen here on pitcher Bob Wolcott in 1996. Sometimes the M's wore the alternate cap with their standard home uniforms, as seen here on pitcher Bob Wolcott in 1996. Photo: Mike Urban / Seattle P-I File

Image 64 of 104 And sometimes they wore the usual home cap with the alternate jersey. There really wasn't exactly a standard uniform anymore. And sometimes they wore the usual home cap with the alternate jersey. There really wasn't exactly a standard uniform anymore. Photo: Associated Press

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Image 66 of 104 For most home games, though, the Mariners still wore white tops. The standard home cap was navy on top with a teal bill, seen here on pitcher Norm Charlton in 1995. For most home games, though, the Mariners still wore white tops. The standard home cap was navy on top with a teal bill, seen here on pitcher Norm Charlton in 1995. Photo: Stephen Dunn / Allsport/Getty Images

Image 67 of 104 During 1995, that magical season, the Mariners were the only team in the MLB to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Negro Leagues with a patch. It can be seen here on Edgar Martinez's right shoulder during their celebration after beating the Yankees in the 1995 divisional playoffs. less During 1995, that magical season, the Mariners were the only team in the MLB to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Negro Leagues with a patch. It can be seen here on Edgar Martinez's right shoulder during ... more Photo: Getty Images

Image 68 of 104 It was also in 1995 that the Mariners honored the Steelheads with throwback jerseys, seen here on pitcher Andy Benes on Sept. 9, 1995, at the Kingdome. It was also in 1995 that the Mariners honored the Steelheads with throwback jerseys, seen here on pitcher Andy Benes on Sept. 9, 1995, at the Kingdome. Photo: Courtesy photo / Seattle Mariners

Image 69 of 104 The 1997 batting practice jerseys also had the players' names on the back, allowing them to be used during actual games. The Mariners did wear the BP jerseys for some home and road games that year. Also, Seattle introduced a new alternate cap that featured just the compass and a silver bill, seen here on pitcher Rusty Meacham during spring training. less The 1997 batting practice jerseys also had the players' names on the back, allowing them to be used during actual games. The Mariners did wear the BP jerseys for some home and road games that year. Also, ... more Photo: Associated Press

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Image 71 of 104 The Mariners also started wearing the all-navy cap during home games, as shown here on pitcher Randy Johnson in 1997. In fact, over the next few years, the teal-billed cap was phased out. The Mariners also started wearing the all-navy cap during home games, as shown here on pitcher Randy Johnson in 1997. In fact, over the next few years, the teal-billed cap was phased out. Photo: Associated Press

Image 72 of 104 1997 also saw the introduction of a sleeveless alternate home uniform, seen here on Dan Wilson and Rich Amaral. The alternate cap, with only a compass, was intended to be mainly used with the home vests. 1997 also saw the introduction of a sleeveless alternate home uniform, seen here on Dan Wilson and Rich Amaral. The alternate cap, with only a compass, was intended to be mainly used with the home vests. Photo: Elaine Thompson / Associated Press

Image 73 of 104 Apparently, the Mariners liked the vests so much that they created them for away games, too, in 1998. Here pitcher Jeff Fassero is seen in a gray road vest, which was made by simply cutting off the arms of extra road jerseys. less Apparently, the Mariners liked the vests so much that they created them for away games, too, in 1998. Here pitcher Jeff Fassero is seen in a gray road vest, which was made by simply cutting off the arms of ... more Photo: Jon Freilich / Associated Press

Image 74 of 104 When Safeco Field opened midway through the 1999 season, the Mariners introduced new alternate tops. They were blue, but a much darker shade known as "astro blue." Seen here on Alex Rodriguez and Jay Buhner, the new duds were so dark they almost looked black. less When Safeco Field opened midway through the 1999 season, the Mariners introduced new alternate tops. They were blue, but a much darker shade known as "astro blue." Seen here on Alex Rodriguez and Jay Buhner, ... more Photo: Elaine Thompson / Associated Press

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Image 76 of 104 Seen here on pitcher Paul Abbott in 1999, the new "astro blue" alternates had silver piping and said "Seattle" on the front, though they were used for both home and away games. The astro blues also marked the first time the compass logo was used on the "S" in "Seattle." less Seen here on pitcher Paul Abbott in 1999, the new "astro blue" alternates had silver piping and said "Seattle" on the front, though they were used for both home and away games. The astro blues also marked the ... more Photo: Grant M. Haller / Seattle P-I File

Image 77 of 104 Here the astro top is seen during an away game (gray pants) in 2000, as worn by Mark McLemore. Here the astro top is seen during an away game (gray pants) in 2000, as worn by Mark McLemore. Photo: Paul Kitagaki Jr / Seattle P-I File

Image 78 of 104 With the All-Star Game coming to Safeco Field that year, the Mariners wore special patches on their left sleeves, as seen here on Ichiro Suzuki in 2001. With the All-Star Game coming to Safeco Field that year, the Mariners wore special patches on their left sleeves, as seen here on Ichiro Suzuki in 2001. Photo: Elaine Thompson / Associated Press

Image 79 of 104 The Mariners also got blue home alternate tops that year. The Mariners also got blue home alternate tops that year. Photo: Dan Levine / AFP/Getty Images

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Image 81 of 104 The compass became standard on the "S" on Seattle's road uniforms, seen here on Mike Cameron in 2001. The compass became standard on the "S" on Seattle's road uniforms, seen here on Mike Cameron in 2001. Photo: David Zalubowski / Associated Press

Image 82 of 104 Because the Mariners hosted the All-Star Game in 2001, they had a hand in designing the batting practice jerseys for the event. The American League's BP tops included a Mariners compass shooting over the text, as seen here on Ichiro Suzuki. less Because the Mariners hosted the All-Star Game in 2001, they had a hand in designing the batting practice jerseys for the event. The American League's BP tops included a Mariners compass shooting over the text, ... more Photo: Getty Images

Image 83 of 104 By 2002, the Mariners were generally wearing their solid-navy caps for both home and away games. But here's a photo from a rare game in which Seattle wore the teal-billed caps, seen on pitcher James Baldwin. Dan Wilson didn't even have a teal-billed catcher's helmet. less By 2002, the Mariners were generally wearing their solid-navy caps for both home and away games. But here's a photo from a rare game in which Seattle wore the teal-billed caps, seen on pitcher James Baldwin. ... more Photo: Elaine Thompson / Associated Press

Image 84 of 104 The Mariners also got new home alternate jerseys in 2003. Gone was the silver piping of the "astro blue" alternates, and "Mariners" was back on the front. You can barely see them here on pitcher Freddy Garcia, but the new home alternates also had player numbers on the left front. less The Mariners also got new home alternate jerseys in 2003. Gone was the silver piping of the "astro blue" alternates, and "Mariners" was back on the front. You can barely see them here on pitcher Freddy Garcia, ... more Photo: Elaine Thompson / Associated Press

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Image 86 of 104 There weren't many changes through the mid 2000s, but here's one. In late 2005, after Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast, the MLB had teams put Red Cross stickers on their batting helmets. Seen here on Ichiro Suzuki on Sept, 28, 2005, the Red Cross stickers were worn from Sept. 9 until the playoffs began. less There weren't many changes through the mid 2000s, but here's one. In late 2005, after Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast, the MLB had teams put Red Cross stickers on their batting helmets. Seen here on ... more Photo: Otto Greule Jr / Getty Images

Image 87 of 104 In 2007, player names became stitched directly on the jersey, instead of onto a fabric panel that was sewn above the numbers. In 2007, player names became stitched directly on the jersey, instead of onto a fabric panel that was sewn above the numbers. Photo: Elsa / Getty Images

Image 88 of 104 In 2010, when Ken Griffey Jr. was back on the team, the teal bills started returning to the caps. They still weren't used during regular games, but teal showed back up on the batting practice/spring training caps. less In 2010, when Ken Griffey Jr. was back on the team, the teal bills started returning to the caps. They still weren't used during regular games, but teal showed back up on the batting practice/spring training ... more Photo: Christian Petersen / Getty Images

Image 89 of 104 Finally, in 2011, the teal alternate tops made their first appearance since 1996. But, as seen here on Jason Vargas, the Mariners were still wearing the solid-blue caps. Finally, in 2011, the teal alternate tops made their first appearance since 1996. But, as seen here on Jason Vargas, the Mariners were still wearing the solid-blue caps. Photo: Otto Greule Jr / Getty Images

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Image 91 of 104 Here you can see the blue alternate tops with the front numbers, which were rounded instead of block-lettered. This photo shows catcher Miguel Olivo and pitcher Brandon League wearing the alternates during an away game (gray pants) in 2011. less Here you can see the blue alternate tops with the front numbers, which were rounded instead of block-lettered. This photo shows catcher Miguel Olivo and pitcher Brandon League wearing the alternates during an ... more Photo: Leon Halip / Getty Images

Image 92 of 104 In 2012, the teal home alternates were back -- and hey, so were the teal-billed caps! Both are seen here on pitcher Hisashi Iwakuma. In 2012, the teal home alternates were back -- and hey, so were the teal-billed caps! Both are seen here on pitcher Hisashi Iwakuma. Photo: Otto Greule Jr / Getty Images

Image 93 of 104 For 2015, the Mariners revealed new alternate uniforms for Sunday home games. The new threads were reminiscent of the team's blue-and-yellow uniforms of the late '80s and '90s, but combined that palate with the modern compass look. The alternates have a cream base with royal blue and yellow accents, and the hats include a yellow compass "S." less For 2015, the Mariners revealed new alternate uniforms for Sunday home games. The new threads were reminiscent of the team's blue-and-yellow uniforms of the late '80s and '90s, but combined that palate with ... more Photo: Joshua Trujillo / seattlepi.com

Image 94 of 104 The new alternates also came with new socks and stirrups, modeled here (at left) by pitcher Charlie Furbush. The new alternates also came with new socks and stirrups, modeled here (at left) by pitcher Charlie Furbush. Photo: Joshua Trujillo / seattlepi.com

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Image 96 of 104 So far, the home Sunday alternates have been quite popular with Mariners fans, who have been buying new merchandise in droves. So far, the home Sunday alternates have been quite popular with Mariners fans, who have been buying new merchandise in droves. Photo: Elaine Thompson / AP

Image 97 of 104 2015 also brought about subtle changes to the primary uniforms. Most notably, green trim was added around the text to give it more pop on white home jerseys. 2015 also brought about subtle changes to the primary uniforms. Most notably, green trim was added around the text to give it more pop on white home jerseys. Photo: Elaine Thompson / AP

Image 98 of 104 And the primary uniforms also got new socks and stirrups, with bold blue and teal stripes at the top. And the primary uniforms also got new socks and stirrups, with bold blue and teal stripes at the top. Photo: Elaine Thompson / AP

Image 99 of 104 The 2015 road grays also got new letter trim. On the Mariners' primary home and road uniforms, blue text is lined by silver and then green trim. The 2015 road grays also got new letter trim. On the Mariners' primary home and road uniforms, blue text is lined by silver and then green trim. Photo: Bob Levey / AP

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Image 101 of 104 The teal alternates, however, are largely unchanged -- they already had green trim around the text. The teal alternates, however, are largely unchanged -- they already had green trim around the text. Photo: Elaine Thompson / AP

Image 102 of 104 But the green trim was added to Seattle's alternate road uniforms, which remain dark blue with stylized front numbers. But the green trim was added to Seattle's alternate road uniforms, which remain dark blue with stylized front numbers. Photo: Bob Levey / AP

Image 103 of 104 The Mariners showed off their uniform history with an exhibit at Safeco Field when the team unveiled its new home Sunday alternates Jan. 23, 2015. The Mariners showed off their uniform history with an exhibit at Safeco Field when the team unveiled its new home Sunday alternates Jan. 23, 2015. Photo: Joshua Trujillo / seattlepi.com