Mariners Roundtable: Which M's would make the best politicians?

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Mar 7, 2016; Madison, MS, USA; Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at the Madison County School District. Mandatory Credit: Justin Sellers/The Clarion-Ledger via USA TODAY NETWORK /

Kyle Seager seems to be the consensus candidate at SoDo Mojo, as three out of the four writers in this article have picked him as their president or VP.

DISCLAIMER: This article is meant to be humorous, and should not be taken seriously. So, hold off on your angry comments about how Felix Hernandez will never make America great again. Also, I think we are all tired of hearing people mock Robinson Cano’s hand size. Keep it classy!

Politics are everywhere these days, it is impossible to avoid it. Social media seems to be a non-stop discussion of Donald Trump’s latest antic, and every television “news” network has turned into TNN (the Trump News Network). Keeping with this theme, the staff here at SoDo Mojo has nominated some Seattle Mariners players who would make for intriguing political candidates.

The premise of this article is simple, each writer has nominated one Mariner to run for president and they have also included a running mate. There were no restrictions on who could be chosen, the only caveat was that the players picked had to currently be on the team. Ken Griffey Jr., Edgar Martinez, Jay Buhner and Dan Wilson would have all made for popular choices, but they are not playing for Seattle in 2016, and thus are ineligible for this article.

A baseball player running for office may seem like a crazy notion, but many pundits thought the same thing about a tyrannical reality TV star. The thing about this article that will annoy Mr. Trump the most is that our candidates do not have to be born in the United States to run for president.

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Riley Baker – @RBake6

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If you couldn’t already tell by the obnoxious debates and arguments on social media, it’s an election year! So what better way to celebrate than to imagine our own Mariners as presidential candidates?
I’m going to nominate Kyle Seager. As one of the core players on the team and in the lineup, Seager is going to be one of the team leaders in 2016. Leadership is just the thing we need in a president.

Seager is a quiet, down to Earth guy who won’t have any controversies surrounding him; he will be very professional. However, he can get fired up on rare occasions as we all saw on September 16 of last season in his exchange with Angels pitcher Jered Weaver.

Now, for Vice President I’m going with Charlie Furbush. While President Seager is off doing President Seager things, Furbush will be able to speak to the people with his entertaining, yet insightful banter. And as a player with an average bullpen role, he will relate to the general public giving them a sense of something along the lines of, ‘hey, he’s not any different than me, the average Joe. He must know what’s in my best interests’. But behind the chatter, Furbush will come through and get the job done where it counts.
So hop on board for Seager-Furbush 2016! Hopefully they’ll be making a visit to the White House during the offseason as all World Series Champs do anyways!

Next: Nick wants to see a Felix/Cano combo in 2016

Jun 23, 2014; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Mariners pitcher Felix Hernandez (34) and second baseman Robinson Cano (22) walk back to the dugout after the seventh inning against the Boston Red Sox at Safeco Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports /

Nick Lee – @NickLee51

All hail King Felix! But what about…Mr. President Felix? Felix Hernandez for President! Ignore the fact that he was born in Venezuela (there are a few people in politics who haven’t exactly been open about their origins anyway). You want a president who is confident, Felix has got it (see new hair-do). You want one who is a man of the people (see section 150 of Safeco Field when he takes the hill). You want a president who executes with perfection (see August 15, 2012). You want one with a track record of success (Felix has a Cy Young and 6 All-Star appearances). There is no better man for the job than the leader of the Seattle Mariners’ rotation and clubhouse, Felix Hernandez.

The running mate for President King Felix will be none other than the smooth, slick second baseman Robinson Cano. He is used to being in the spotlight and under a microscope (9 years as a New York Yankee). He may also thrive more on not having to be “the guy.” If the pressure can be taken off of him a bit (by being VP and not president), he will go far. That’s maybe why he was so good in New York and struggled a bit last year. He is still adjusting to being “the guy” on a team. Make no mistake, he will get the job done (6 All-Star appearances, over 2,000 hits). He is a guy you want when things are going south and people need some hope. He is so smooth like milk and honey you can’t help but feel good about life.

Next: Ben wants to see a Felix/Seager ticket

May 6, 2015; Anaheim, CA, USA; Seattle Mariners third baseman Kyle Seager (right) smells the hand of Seattle Mariners pitcher Felix Hernandez (left) prior to the game against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports /

Ben Garza – @Beniitec

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There is no one that I’d rather see run for president than King Felix Hernandez. Felix brought the entire Mariners organization out to welcome him to the building when he pledged his allegiance to the organization. He did so because he was thankful that the organization and the city gave him the opportunity to develop his craft and pitch in the Major Leagues. The red carpet was rolled out for the regal young man the fans have dubbed the King. His loyal fans come in droves to watch him pitch and even wear yellow shirts in honor of his royalty. And a few that are selected are able to feast on turkey legs in celebration of the majestic King on days when his court is in session.

And who better to add to the ticket as his running mate than Kyle Seager? Kyle Seager who can stand up to the opposition with his cool calm swagger like he stood up to Jered Weaver last year. Kyle calmly put up his hand to the umpire and then gestured and shouted at Weaver that he wasn’t ready yet. Kyle won’t put up with anyone’s garbage. Then when Weaver hit him he calmly tossed his bat and jogged to first base as he knew Weaver’s day was over. Seager won that battle without a swing of his mighty bat. And just when you think you can beat Seager with a curve ball he will deposit that opinion in the center field bleachers for a fan to take home as a souvenir. Vote for Hernandez and Seager in 2016!

Next: Brian would vote (if he could) for Seager/Walker in 2016

Jul 10, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Mariners third baseman Kyle Seager (15) reacts to the bench after hitting double in the first inning as Los Angeles Angels shortstop Erick Aybar (2) walks to the mound at Safeco Field. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports /

Brian Helberg – @BrianHelberg (Yes, I’m Canadian, but I’m still allowed to have an opinion. Sorry!)

I would like to nominate Kyle Seager to be the next president of the United States. Seager is a blue collar worker, and that is sure to attract middle class voters in a presidential election. Seags is also very well read, as he attended the University of North Carolina as a young man. Seager loves to have fun with his teammates in the clubhouse, but he is able to flip the switch and focus once the game starts. He always makes time for the fans, and he is a one of the Mariners key leaders.

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The Fresh Prince of Seattle would make a perfect running mate for Seager in 2016. Taijuan Walker is a very engaging personality, and charisma oozes out of him on the mound. I think it’s safe to say Walker would win the young vote, as Prince Tai would easily be the coolest vice-president in American history. He is already one of the best young pitchers in baseball, and Tai should be ready to succeed Seags as president in eight years time.

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Mariners Roundtable: Which M’s would make the best politicians?

Kyle Seager seems to be the consensus candidate at SoDo Mojo, as three out of the four writers in this article have picked him as their president or VP.

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