- Tue Jan 28, 2025 4:11 pm
#4959
The Seattle Mariners find themselves at a crossroads as they head into the 2025 season. With an elite rotation featuring young stars like Logan Gilbert, George Kirby, Bryce Miller, and Bryan Woo, they have a pitching staff that many teams would envy. However, their offense is a different story, raising the question: can a team with such a strong rotation afford to stand pat while their lineup struggles?
As fans, we often debate the value of trading away top-tier pitching talent for offensive upgrades. Would you be willing to part with one of the Mariners' young aces to secure a proven bat? Or do you believe that the Mariners should hold onto their pitching depth and look for other ways to bolster the lineup?
Consider this: if the Mariners were to trade a pitcher like Gilbert or Kirby, what kind of return would be necessary to make that deal worthwhile? Would a package including a top prospect and a solid major league hitter be enough, or should they aim higher?
Moreover, with the recent signings and trades across the league, how do you see the Mariners' strategy playing out? Are they missing opportunities to capitalize on their pitching depth, or is it wise to maintain their current roster and hope for internal improvements?
Let’s hear your thoughts! What would you do if you were in Jerry Dipoto's shoes? Would you trade from strength to address weakness, or would you double down on your pitching and hope for a breakout season from the offense? Share your bold predictions and insights!
As fans, we often debate the value of trading away top-tier pitching talent for offensive upgrades. Would you be willing to part with one of the Mariners' young aces to secure a proven bat? Or do you believe that the Mariners should hold onto their pitching depth and look for other ways to bolster the lineup?
Consider this: if the Mariners were to trade a pitcher like Gilbert or Kirby, what kind of return would be necessary to make that deal worthwhile? Would a package including a top prospect and a solid major league hitter be enough, or should they aim higher?
Moreover, with the recent signings and trades across the league, how do you see the Mariners' strategy playing out? Are they missing opportunities to capitalize on their pitching depth, or is it wise to maintain their current roster and hope for internal improvements?
Let’s hear your thoughts! What would you do if you were in Jerry Dipoto's shoes? Would you trade from strength to address weakness, or would you double down on your pitching and hope for a breakout season from the offense? Share your bold predictions and insights!