GT 8.19.26 M's #1 Prospect Suddenly Retires; can't show his face as Mariner

[Michael K.]

Yep, and it was discussed all off season. Naylor most likely wouldn't replicate what he did last year, and DH was a huge problem. I think even though we knew Donovan was a risk? Most thought that he would be a boost at the top of the order, if not be able to replace Geno's pop in the middle. Yes, I know Geno struggled, but he was on both playoff teams Jerry has had. Might not be a coincidence. I think he had value. Guys wanted us to keep Santana all those years back for what he did in the Clubhouse, but Mariner fans were sure in a hurry to get rid of Seager and Suarez. Must be something about playing 3rd Base here.

And now? Every conversation about next year revolves around money saved, and one of those cost savings is not bringing back Randy....our most productive offensive player. I don't understand the logic. I keep reading the "what if" shit about Cal. Well, what if this years team didn't have Randy?