position players are to report in. More
than half were in camp when the pitchers and catchers reported in.
Just like pitching staff the position
players spots there isn't many
available either. The Mariners will
have two catchers, Mitch Garver as
the primary dh who may once in a
while to catch, five infielders, and four
outfielders along with utility player.
The Mariners will have Cal Raleigh
as the regular catcher. Ty France
expected to start at first base. Jorge
Polanco the Mariners acquired from
the Twins a few weeks ago at second.
JP Crawford will be the shortstop.
Josh Rojas and Luis Urias will share
playing time at third. Rojas may play
some second as well.
The four outfielders are expected
to be Julio Rodriguez, Luke Raley
acquired from Tampa Bay, Mitch
Haniger reacquired from the SF
Giants, and Dominic Canzone.
Julio and Raley are expected to
be regular starters. Haniger and
Canzone share right field.
At this point Dylan Moore is expected
to be the utility player. He may play
some outfield along with shortstop
when Crawford needs a day off.
Most likely against a tough left
handed pitcher. Could see him
at first base, second and third as
well. A lot will depend on injuries.
The utility spot and one outfield
spot are the only spots that could
be different. The Mariners could
make a trade during camp as
well.
The starting rotation is pretty set
and five spots in the bullpen as
well. The Mariners will have an
eight men bullpen so three spots
is where competition comes in.
One of the spots will likely be a
long reliever who can start if
necessary as well. The bullpen
can add during the season
depending on injuries, effective
and use. The last spot in the
bullpen could change on occasion.
The Mariners hope the starting
five will be able to start most of
the season.
Robbie Ray who was injured and
lost for the season in his very first
gsmevis now with the Giants. He
was involved in the trade to bring
back Haniger. Marco Gonzales
was hurt last season as well.
He was dealt in Jarred Kelenic
trade to the Atlanta Braves. The
Braves ended up sending him
to the Pittsburgh Pirates who
need help in their rotation.
It will be interesting to see the
stories that will unfold in camp.
Go M's.
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