Seattle Mariners: What to Do with these Guys?
Chris Phillips
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Best Position for them
So, we’ve discussed the players as a whole, but where is their best position to play? Ideally, Kelenic starts hitting major league pitching. Thus, allowing Servais to use Moore, Long, and Bauers in the outfield to give Haniger, Fraley, and Kelenic a breather.
Not saying Servais is without fault, but he’s making the right call with his lineups. It’s probably time for the club to make Long the current starter at 2B with France at 1B and Torrens at DH. Leaving Moore the utility guy who can fill in all over the place.
Repeat of a Nola trade?
As previously mentioned, we can’t talk about these guys and include some trade talk. Last year, Dipoto was able to fleece the Padres in the Austin Nola trade. Dipoto was able to get two MLB-ready players, France and Luis Torrens, and two prospects/projects in Andres Munoz and Trammell.
The likelihood of a deal like that happening again is small. That’s not to say it can’t happen. The prevalent thought on the M’s come trade deadline is that they’ll be sellers. With Haniger being the main guy moving out. However, not sure that happens as the M’s are in a playoff race and might be buyers. Maybe Fraley, Long, or Moore is the guy or guys who get dealt at the trade deadline. Unfortunately, none of these guys play catcher like Nola does, so they won’t be as in demand.
Subsequently, Fraley’s ability to play all over the outfield and get on base plays well for lots of teams. He’s kind of lesser-known Robbie Grossman. Moore’s ability to play everywhere makes for a nice chess piece on a playoff team. Long is showing that he’s recovered from his injury and can help a major league ball club.
Bright Future
Currently, this Seattle Mariners team has a lot of good pieces. A lot of moveable pieces don’t greatly impact the overall team negatively. Which is good, considering the number of injuries the ball club is dealing with. Servais and Dipoto have some tough decisions in store for them when the team gets healthy.
This team is exciting and interesting. Perhaps manager Scott Servais starts his hot players, which will only add to the competition to be a starter and help the Seattle Mariners as a whole. Subsequently, even brighter, more exciting days are in its future.
Seattle Mariners fan Garrett Mirsky.