The Seattle Mariners surprised many when they rolled the dice on catcher Luke Stevenson with the 35th overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft. It felt like a bold, savvy move; especially with trade rumors swirling around top catching prospect Harry Ford at the time. Ford ultimately remained in the Mariners’ farm system, but early signs are already showing why Seattle was eager to add Stevenson.
The 21-year-old left-handed hitter from the University of North Carolina was a standout for the Tar Heels. In his sophomore season in 2025, he slashed .251/.414/.552 with 19 homers, 58 RBIs, and a .