The Mariners made major upgrades to the offense with a historic trade deadline as the team prepares for a deep playoff run.

Mariners president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto believes Seattle acquired the "best bats" available, adding power to a lineup that already ranks fifth in the majors in home runs.

The opportunity to do something at the trade deadline is there, and the Mariners appear determined to seize it. But the M's aren't desperate, either.