Possible Scenarios for the 2024 Seattle Mariners Roster

Your Mariners 2024 1st Baseman is…

John: Evan White – Evan’s spent a total of 84 games played in the majors, and his slash line of .165/.235/.308 isn’t something I love from someone who would theoretically be a contender’s starting first baseman. The fact remains that he’s a Gold Glover and an incredible defensive talent. His career MLB fielding percentage of 0.995 and three errors committed make him an incredible asset.

His 2021 season-ending hip surgery is something to watch, as his signature defensive move is his ability to drop into the splits to lock in a putout, but a full recovery makes him the presumptive favorite to play first base.

Chris: Ty France – Signed through 2025, the Mariners have one of the best bats in baseball at first base. Not the prototypical first baseman, France has the type of makeup where he could slash doubles constantly while providing 20 homer power, but with a .310 batting average.

Connor: Evan White – Though he’s certainly had his offensive struggles so far in his young career, White has massive pop in his bat that I believe will eventually transition into real success at the major league level. His glove will always play, but he’ll need some time in Tacoma after recovering from injury this year to reignite his offense; that trip to Tacoma and subsequent return to the big leagues will be the biggest test for his future outlook. I think he’ll pass it.

Jamey: Ty France – A little bit of divide on this one. Evan White’s glove will likely keep him on a big-league roster for a long time, but he has a long way to go with the bat. Ty France isn’t one of the Mariners “flashy” prospects, but he is certainly a proven major league bat. France could also end up as a DH if White’s bat comes around, but for now, I’m sticking with France at first.