![]() ![]() It’s possible he will match or exceed Seager’s salary next year. Josh Donaldson is currently earning $17 million with one year of arbitration eligibility remaining. True, but several third baseman will leapfrog him over the next three years. ![]() Some of you may point out Seager’s compensation jumps to $19 million in 2018, which will make him number-two on the list. Affordable and cost effectiveĪlthough Seager is top-five at his position, his $11 million salary for the upcoming season ranks just eleventh among third basemen. Along with teammates Robinson Cano and Nelson Cruz, manager Scott Servais has a core with a history of sustained availability. But, Seager’s durability through his first six seasons further reinforces his value to his ball club. Obviously, good health - and better luck - factor into the availability of the players listed above. During that period, only shortstop Alcides Escobar of the Kansas City has played more innings in the field. Since 2012, Seager has missed just 17 games. Nevertheless, his performance and value places him in the upper echelon of an elite group. The following table illustrates his standing since becoming an everyday player with Seattle in 2012.Ĭertainly, younger players such as Nolan Arenado and Kris Bryant may eventually overtake Seager. Despite the strong field, Seager held his own against his peers. Only second base (3.4 bWAR) had a higher average value than third base (3.2) in the American League last season. When it comes to talent, the hot corner is as deep position as any position in baseball. Perhaps, James Paxton, Taijuan Walker, Tyler O’Neill, or lesser known prospects will eventually approach Seager’s level of value. Having said that, it’s plausible another player selected during the seven drafts overseen by Zduriencik’s staff will flourish. Provided by : View Original TableĪs you can see, the draft yield has been less than optimal to date. This is particularly useful when comparing players from different positions or eras. While WAR is not a perfect metric, it factors in all facets of the game. Please note I’ll be basing all comparisons on the Baseball Reference version of wins above replacement (bWAR). The following table illustrates the top Mariners chosen between 2009-2015. Nevertheless, Seager’s selection was the best of Zduriencik’s tenure as Mariners’ general manager. Legend has it Seattle’s war room was less than enthused by McNamara’s gut decision. When informed the fifth round, McNamara opted to choose Seager immediately. Prior to the Mariners’ third round selection in 2009, scouting director Tom McNamara reportedly asked his staff where Seager sat on their draft board. Some will impress more than others will, but all are interesting at least to me. Still, his evolving résumé says he’s catapulting towards greatness in a Mariners uniform.įor the doubters - and believers - let’s look at six things about Seager factoring into my appraisal. ![]() After all, Seager has just six seasons under his belt. Some may consider my assessment a bit premature. While the advent of Seager’s professional career did not garner much attention, his performance since debuting with Seattle in July 2011 has him on a trajectory to be an all-time great Mariner. His name was finally called in the third round after Seattle had chosen four other players.Īt the time, Seager’s selection was overshadowed in Seattle and nationally by a fellow Tar Heel drafted number-two overall by the Mariners - Dustin Ackley. In fact, the second baseman hailing from the University of North Carolina wasn’t even the club’s next choice. Kyle Seager wasn’t the first player chosen by the Seattle Mariners during the 2009 Major League Baseball amateur draft. ![]()
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