Mariners 5 Round Mock Draft: The day-of final prediction

Sep 30, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Mariners general manager Jerry Dipoto conducts an interview in the dugout before a game against the Houston Astros at Safeco Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 30, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Mariners general manager Jerry Dipoto conducts an interview in the dugout before a game against the Houston Astros at Safeco Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports /
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Pick 93 Seattle Mariners select Luis Gonzalez, OF New Mexico

It might be boring to keep projecting the same player to the Mariners again and again, but Luis Gonzalez is too obvious a name to ignore. I profiled Gonzalez in the 3 round mock draft:

"Gonzalez slashed .361/.500/.589 in 2017, finishing in the top 20 in doubles in the NCAA. Despite hitting just 8 home runs in New Mexico, a power hitters paradise, Gonzalez ability to control the zone is what will make Dipoto’s heart skip a beat. Gonzalez has a career 124/71 BB/K ratio. He walked 53 more times than he struck out. Gonzalez is also a gifted base stealer, despite only having slightly above average speed. He was successful on 35 of 36 attempts in college, including a perfect 32 of 32 the past 2 seasons. Gonzalez should be an adequate CF in pro ball, but has the arm strength and range to play in all 3 spots. Some scouts compare the New Mexico product to Braves outfielder Ender Inciarte ."