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Mariners’ baserunning/situational hitting game offers a glimpse at the talent of two top prospects

Jarred Kelenic, the No. 2 prospect in the organization, and Julio Rodriguez, the No. 5 prospect, made impressive plays to steal the show.

PEORIA, Ariz. — It was supposed to focus on preparation for the season, but it also provided a glimpse of the talent coming in a few years. The Mariners’ now annual baserunning/situational hitting game is a competitive break from the repetition of the spring training workouts that can become individually monotonous.

But it was two of the Mariners’ top prospects that stole some of the show. Outfielder Jarred Kelenic — the No. 2 prospect in the organization — and Julio Rodriguez — the No.