Seattle Mariners: Four Moves to Make the Playoffs

Since signing Robinson Cano, the Seattle Mariners have been pushing for a postseason berth. In what would be their first since 2001, a trip to the postseason in 2017 may very well be likely.

The Seattle Mariners have been trying to make themselves credible since 2014 when they signed All-Star second baseman Robinson Cano. At the time, everyone seemingly mocked Cano as he cashed out to join a struggling ball club. Now, two years later, the Mariners had a realistic shot of making the playoffs, being only three games out of the AL Wild Card. Now, with an offseason that has already including bringing in the likes of Jean Segura and Carlos Ruiz, the Mariners look posed to make another run at the postseason.

With superstars Robinson Cano, Kyle Seager, and Felix Hernandez, the Mariners definitely have cornerstone pieces to build around. They now have solid contributors in Jean Segura and Nelson Cruz, and a decent pitching staff. Yes, there are areas in need of improvement, but having a solid core like Seattle has is the key to success. If they can properly craft a squad that not only improves their team, but complements their superstars, success will certainly come their way. Some of these moves may be trades, signings, or upcoming home-grown talent. If the Mariners can find that perfect mix that others have, they will reap the benefits.

Therefore, it can be argued that with the right moves, big and small, the Mariners can reach the postseason in 2017. With electric bats and a “king” in the rotation, the Mariners could right the ship and bring the city of Seattle some baseball success. So with all of this being laid out on the table, let’s look at four moves to help the Mariners reach the playoffs in 2017.