From the Corner of Edgar and Dave · Mar 11, 2016
Zoning in on Justin De Fratus
is a daily series in which we’ll examine one player every day, 30 total, in the lead-up to Opening Day. We’ll explain their role on the field, what they’re like off of it and provide highlights and photos. On deck tomorrow: Mike Zunino.Zoning in on the 2016 Mariners
There have been a number of themes in Jerry Dipoto’s efforts to retool the Mariners roster. There’s improving athleticism, adding depth, playing to the ballpark and, of course, looking for guys capable of having big bounce-back years. The subject of today’s post fits well in that last category.
It’s relief pitcher Justin De Fratus, who was signed in early December after spending his professional career to date with the Phillies.