How are the Mariners Top Prospects Faring this Spring?

Mar 16, 2016; Peoria, AZ, USA; General view of the field prior to the game between the Seattle Mariners and the San Francisco Giants at Peoria Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 16, 2016; Peoria, AZ, USA; General view of the field prior to the game between the Seattle Mariners and the San Francisco Giants at Peoria Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct. 14, 2014; Mesa, AZ, USA; Oakland Athletics outfielder Boog Powell plays for the Mesa Solar Sox during an Arizona Fall League game against the Scottsdale Scorpions at Salt River Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Oct. 14, 2014; Mesa, AZ, USA; Oakland Athletics outfielder Boog Powell plays for the Mesa Solar Sox during an Arizona Fall League game against the Scottsdale Scorpions at Salt River Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

Boog Powell – CF

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The Seattle Mariners acquired Boog Powell from the Tampa Bay Rays this offseason, and he ranked 6th in SoDo Mojo’s list of the M’s top prospects. He has struggled this spring offensively, slashing .148/.233/.185 through 27 at bats. Powell has doubled once, struck out 5 times, walked 3 times and swiped a pair of bases so far in spring training. Despite his disappointing numbers, Powell has shown off impressive range and a steady glove in the outfield.

Powell started the 2015 season with the Rays’ double-A affiliate in Montgomery before earning a promotion to Durham. Overall, he hit .295 with 3 home runs, 40 RBI and 18 stolen bases across 117 games in 2015. Powell registered a .385 on base percentage and slugged .392 through 522 plate appearances.

The 23-year-old has a very bright future, and he should make his debut in the Emerald City at some point this season. Look for him to start 2016 with the Tacoma Rainiers in the Pacific Coast League.

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