Mike Zunino
Catcher from the University of Florida
21 years old
Bats/Throws R/R
6’1” 215 pounds
College Stats: .316 batting average, .388 OBP, 18 homeruns, 60 ribs
Here is his Sodo Mojo Scouting Report
My Thoughts:
Good fit for the Mariners. He has the bat that will project well at the catcher position. The fact that he can hit for power to all fields is very nice considering the spacious left field at Safeco. Unlike Montero, Zunino won’t need to transition to DH or 1B down the road, he will be a legitimate defensive catcher for a long time. However, he does have some work to do to improve his receiving and transferring skills. This player is probably ready for +A or AA ball right now. I love the pick.
I am a Seattle sports fan who would like to pursue a career in journalism. I grew up listening to the sound of Dave Niehaus' voice over the radio, and I had the name and number of every member of the Mariners memorized by the time I was three years old. The 2000 and 2001 seasons caused me to fall hopelessly in love with the Mariners; a relationship that has not been so kind over the last decade. Win or lose (mostly lose) I am still just as hooked as I was back in 2001. Currently, I am writing for Sodo Mojo and The Husky Haul, but I love talking about almost any sport. You can follow me on Twitter @JCondreay
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