Tom Murphy got his first real chance in the big leagues with the Mariners this season after being traded from the San Francisco Giants. He is an above-average catcher with great defensive qualities and some power in his bat.
In Murphy’s first year with Seattle, he slashed .273/.324/.535 with 18 home runs and 40 RBIs in 75 games. He played a big role in his first “full season” in the Major Leagues. He led the Mariners in WAR (2.6), Runs better than average (16), and Slugging (.535).
One of his biggest issues was striking out.