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Seattle Mariners’ Jesus Montero, Worth the Trade for Michael Pineda
March 24th, 2012 at 12:42 PM
For Mariners fans, it was hard to accept at first.   ***PHOTO1***With such a small amount of proven talent, it's no surprise if you were skeptical of the Seattle Mariners decision to trade Michael Pineda and Jose Campos for Jesus Montero and Hector Noesi of the New York Yankees. Even those of us in favor/supportive of the move had our doubts.  We had seen Pineda, but only heard about Montero.  We knew he was good, but...

Injury News: Results Back on Seattle Mariners’ Catcher Adam Moore
March 9th, 2012 at 1:30 PM
The results are back on Seattle Mariners' catcher Adam Moore.  It's a lot better than anyone anticipated.  The initial x-rays led us to believe he had received a series fracture in the upper part of his wrist, (third metacarpal) but after a more detailed scan done by a hand specialist in Seattle we now know it was merely...

Seattle Mariners Catcher Adam Moore Suffers Tough “Break”
March 8th, 2012 at 10:35 AM
The Seattle Mariners Adam Moore is now facing yet another set back.  In Tuesday's game against the Cincinnati Reds, Moore went to block a ball in the dirt that that bounce up and broke his third metacarpal bone in his wrist.  It's looking like he will be out for about six weeks. In...

Seattle Mariners, Big Hits from Spring Training
February 22nd, 2012 at 11:15 AM
The Seattle Mariners are onto day 11 of spring training.  There's been plenty to talk about so far so lets recap on some of the bigger stories. Ichiro moving out of the leadoff spot.  As big of deal it may be, we all sort of expected it to happen.  Manager Eric Wedge has been  hinting towards it, and keeping Chone Figgins this offseason...

Hisashi Iwakuma Steals the Spotlight in Seattle Mariners First Workout of the Spring
February 12th, 2012 at 3:59 PM
The Seattle Mariners opened camp today and the media was in full force.  All were trying to get a look at the Mariners new all star from Japan, Hisashi Iwakuma.  Members of the media reported that it was "weird to see Felix (Hernandez) go from field to field unrestricted by cameras and reporters."  ***PHOTO1***The weather in Peoria was somewhere in...

Seattle Mariners Starting Nine, Infielders Examined
February 8th, 2012 at 10:44 AM
So far we've broken down what the outfield will look like for the Seattle Mariners in 2012; Ichiro in right, Franklin Gutierrez in center, and either Casper Wells or Mike Carp in left which depends on whether Jesus Montero is catching of in the DH slot.  The whole, "where does Montero fit?" question will also determine the Mariners starting infield as well. Catching First things first. ...

Seattle Mariners Minor Leaguer Christian Carmichael to Face 50 Game Suspension
February 7th, 2012 at 2:06 AM
Amidst the signings of Hong Chih Kuo and Shawn Camp, it was also reported that the Seattle Mariners 19 year old minor league catcher, Christian Carmichael tested positive for performance enhancing drugs.  He will now face a 50 game suspension and is the 10th player this year to test positive for PED's under the minor league program.  Carmichael tested positive for the drug...

The Seattle Mariners Young-Stars, Who to Watch in the 2012 Season
February 2nd, 2012 at 12:59 PM
 ***PHOTO2*** It's no secret the Seattle Mariners are trying to rebuild their organization from the ground up.  The team is going forward with some young and very talented ball players.  The thing is, most of these guys have not played a full year yet at the big league level. 2012 will be a very telling year for the Mariners.  The nucleus of young players chosen...

Seattle Mariners Take Heat from Fans and Media, Look to Prove Them Wrong
January 31st, 2012 at 3:52 PM
It's no secret the Mariners have had a BAD decade.  Besides Ichiro getting a ton of base hits and Ken Griffey Jr. making his return, there hasn't been much to look back upon and feel good about.  The fans are tired of losing and the media has it in there typewriters that there's no chance for success until 2015.  Depressed yet?  ***PHOTO1*** The spiral of negativity has grown...

Seattle Mariners Fans Hear Eric Wedge, Jesus Montero, Jason Vargas, and More at Fan Fest
January 29th, 2012 at 1:09 PM
Fan Fest opened the door for fans to listen to some of the players thoughts and feelings going into the 2012 season.  Root Sports' Brad Adam conducted live interviews with the players allowing some lucky fans to ask the players questions of their own. [caption id="attachment_13024" align="aligncenter" width="480" caption="MCS PHOTOGRAPHY"][/caption] Brendan Ryan and Jason Vargas were...

Seattle Mariners Fans Optimistic About 2012 Season
January 28th, 2012 at 8:41 PM
Many of the Seattle Mariners fan base showed up to Fan Fest to get a chance to listen to players talk, walk around the stadium, play around on the field, and get autographs from players.  The general consensus from the fans was that they are "optimistic" about the 2012 season.   [caption id="attachment_12994" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Photo by Matt...

Seattle Mariners Fan Fared Weekend Starts Off with a Bang
January 28th, 2012 at 10:32 AM
Hundreds maybe close to a thousand Mariners fans piled into Alderwood Mall Friday evening to get autographs and chat with the Seattle Mariners; Jesus Montero, Danny Hultzen, and Mike Carp.  Rick Rizzs was also in the building and so was his hair, looking perfect as usual.  It was quite a spectacle as fans...

Seattle Mariners Fan Fest 2012 at Safeco Field January 28th and 29th
January 20th, 2012 at 3:23 PM
The recent winter storm in Seattle has Mariners fans locked down, some without power.  There's hope though fans, have faith.  While this weekend might have you stuck, next weekend will give you a reason to break out as Fan Fest returns to Seattle at Safeco Field.  On January 28th and 29th from 11-4pm Mariners 101 will be there to get a taste of Mariners...

Jesus Montero, Hector Noesi, a Look at the Newest Seattle Mariners
January 14th, 2012 at 2:37 PM
Lets talk logistics first.  The deal is not complete.  The teams have agreed on the terms but until the physicals are done the deal is not.   If the deal is completed it's important to know who these players are.  Lets now take a look at who the Seattle Mariners would be getting for Michael Pineda. Jesus Montero is a 22 year old right hand...

Seattle Mariners Trade Michael Pineda, Aquire Jesus Montero from the New York Yankees
January 13th, 2012 at 9:24 PM
 ***PHOTO1***  The move has already created quite a buzz around baseball.  As it stands, the Seattle Mariners have sent Michael Pineda along with pitching prospect, Jose Campos to the New York Yankees.  In return they receive catcher Jesus Montero and pitcher Hector Noesi. It's no secret, the Mariners need help offensively.  In what little showing Montero has had at the big league...

Seattle Mariners are Meeting Their Roster Needs, with One Exception
January 7th, 2012 at 2:22 PM
Seattle Mariners General Manager Jack Zduriencik made it clear this off—season he was looking for a veteran starting pitcher, depth at the catcher position, a lefty in the bullpen, a reliable utility player, and someone who can add power to the Mariners lineup.  With the additions of Hisashi Iwakuma, John Jaso, George Sherrill, and Munenori Kawasaki, the bulk of those needs have been met.  However, the Mariners are still...