want to be excited about this as lots of people have been quick to point out the Robles comparison, but it’s hard to say what the plan is if the M’s see him that way, as opposed to a depth piece.

broken bats has been in japan on a special assignment: Ohtani-watch

Thread on #mariners hitting last season:

While leading the MLB in strikeouts in 2024, they also finished 4th in walks. Especially earlier in the season, the hitting philosophy and approach was very passive - protect the plate, wait for the right pitch, and take the walk if that’s what comes to you.

we have Hye-seong Kim at home

Quick graphic on new #Mariners hitting coach Kevin Seitzer. During his tenure with the #Braves, their team OPS rose for six (!) consecutive seasons starting with his takeover in 2015:

The season is over and Dan Wilson is here to stay as the Mariners’ manager. I dive into the changes we saw in the team’s hitting after the swap:
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not sure what to post here’s a pizza i made a little while ago

@fiebredetenis.bsky.social it’s so over