Broom, please & Fat Lady Singing~no E witches here~GT~9.14.25

[Donn Beach]

I am not going to debate fwar to bwar, i use bwar, always have always will. I don't even know where to find fwar. I had comped Williamson to Bell but maybe an even better one could be little O. I know Omar was a SS but I am not really going to care. It could be Williamson changes positions but that would mean finding another 3rd baseman. I am not against doing that but I don't think it needs to be driven by ops. Anyway Omar makes Ben look like a power hitter, he didn't break a .600 ops until his 3rd season in the majors. Deal is, as I feel is the case with Ben, Omar could handle a bat. Basically i am not concerned where to hit Williamson in the lineup. I think you look at your roster, you want a certain amount of power, obp, bat to ball. I think the mariners have a pretty good mixture actually. You shouldn't need to be required to get a certain skill at a certain position

[Donn Beach]

It's relative actually, my point is, between say Suarez at $30:mil over two seasons or Williamson, I probably go with Williamson.

[D-train]

I am not going to debate fwar to bwar, i use bwar, always have always will. I don't even know where to find fwar. I had comped Williamson to Bell but maybe an even better one could be little O. I know Omar was a SS but I am not really going to care. It could be Williamson changes positions but that would mean finding another 3rd baseman. I am not against doing that but I don't think it needs to be driven by ops. Anyway Omar makes Ben look like a power hitter, he didn't break a .600 ops until his 3rd season in the majors. Deal is, as I feel is the case with Ben, Omar could handle a bat. Basically i am not concerned where to hit Williamson in the lineup. I think you look at your roster, you want a certain amount of power, obp, bat to ball. I think the mariners have a pretty good mixture actually. You shouldn't need to be required to get a certain skill at a certain position

fangraphs.com Great site. BW can't play SS in MLB. You know Ben had a sub .300 OBP right? No power and doesn't take walks. A starvation diet on death row for a hitter these days.

[D-train]

It's relative actually, my point is, between say Suarez at $30:mil over two seasons or Williamson, I probably go with Williamson.

The only reason I won't hate it being BW is because there are zero other good options other than Murikami but again the ban on Japanese players needs to be lifted.

[Donn Beach]

I have made a conscious decision not to bother with war anymore than I have, if they want to have two of them fine. I am not going to spend time trying to figure out two of them.

Williamson can play short stop, that's why i figure his true highest and best use could be utility, which in in my mind a noble occupation. He also has played outfield so he has super utility potential

AI Overview

Yes, Ben Williamson has the tools to play shortstop, though he is primarily known as a strong defensive third baseman. He has spent time at shortstop during his college career and in the minor leagues, with some scouts suggesting he could make a successful transition. His defensive instincts, arm strength, and instincts at the position are considered plus-plus traits by some.
Evidence for Williamson's shortstop potential
College experience: He saw time at shortstop during his freshman season at the College of William and Mary.
Scouting reports: Scouts have provided positive feedback on his ability to play shortstop, with some seeing him as a potential future shortstop.
Defensive tools: His above-average arm strength and quick exchange have been noted, along with elite instincts, which are all valuable for a shortstop.
Expert opinions: Assistant General Manager Andy McKay has stated that Williamson can move to shortstop when needed.
Factors to consider
Primary position: While capable of playing shortstop, Williamson has established himself as a highly-rated defensive third baseman, a role where his instincts and range are exceptionally valuable.
Developing aspects: His experience playing "straight up" at third base, a position different from shortstop, indicates a need to further refine his skills for the demands of the shortstop position.