Even for a player as steady and seasoned as J.P. Crawford, the game of baseball will always find ways to challenge a veteran’s pride.
The longtime Seattle Mariners shortstop has been a foundational piece of the franchise since 2019, bringing Gold Glove defense, steady leadership, and a gritty brand of baseball to the diamond every day. He’s seen the rebuild, the near-playoff runs, and the heartbreaks. Through it all, he’s remained a mainstay, and often overlooked.
In 2023, Crawford put up a career-best season that earned him down-ballot MVP recognition. But the following years have tested him in many ways.