Mariners Analysis: Recapping the M’s Opening Series of the Year
![Apr 6, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Seattle Mariners second baseman Robinson Cano (22) celebrates a two run home run with right fielder Nelson Cruz (23) in the first inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Park in Arlington. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Apr 6, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Seattle Mariners second baseman Robinson Cano (22) celebrates a two run home run with right fielder Nelson Cruz (23) in the first inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Park in Arlington. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/https-3A-2F-2Fsodomojo-com-2Ffiles-2F2016-2F04-2Frobinson-cano-nelson-cruz-mlb-seattle-mariners-texas-rangers-850x560-1365d1f4bc49508fb60b5dc6362aba00.jpg)
Ketel Marte looks shaky early on
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The play of Ketel Marte was one of few bright spots for the Seattle Mariners last season. The 22-year-old speedster hit .283 with 2 home runs and 17 RBI across 57 games as a rookie. Marte also posted a .351 on base percentage and slugged .402 through 247 plate appearances. He flashed a strong arm and a steady glove at shortstop.
Unfortunately, Marte has scuffled to start 2016. He is 3 for 13 with a bunt single and pair of bloop singles. Marte has also committed two inexplicable errors this season, including one that may have cost the M’s a chance to win on opening day.
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The Mariners are high on Marte, but his miscues defensively this season have been unacceptable. He has a solid approach at the plate, and I have faith in his ability to turn it around with the stick. It’s definitely not time to panic, but this is a situation to monitor in the coming weeks.