With the trade deadline fast approaching and teams jostling for position in the playoffs, it’s time for teams to make a move. A decision must be made, whether buying, selling, or staying put. In the case of the Seattle Mariners, I think it’s time to buy. The Mariners’ target this season is Sandy Alcántara.
The Mariners have often been lauded for their strong pitching development, but they have also put together one of the best pitching staffs in the MLB, and four out of five of them were developed in the Mariners’ system. However, this season they have taken a noticeable step back, injuries and inconsistent play have plagued the rotation all season.