The Seattle Mariners have garnered attention for their impressive pitching development, with four of their five major league starters being home-grown talents. As they approached the 2024 MLB Draft, the team focused on enhancing their minor league pitching depth, selecting 15 pitchers among their 20 picks.

One standout from this draft is Hunter Cranton, who showcased remarkable velocity in the Mariners' farm system, averaging 97.2 mph. He played a pivotal role in the Modesto Nuts' championship run, earning recognition as the Mariners' No. 30 prospect. Additionally, Carlos Vargas, a pitcher for the Tacoma Rainiers, made waves with a pitch clocked at 100.3 mph.

Seby Zavala, the catcher who spent part of 2024 with the Seattle Mariners, has opted for free agency as the offseason begins. His acquisition last year involved trading away productive third baseman Eugenio Suarez to the Arizona Diamondbacks, a decision that backfired given Suarez's impressive season.

During his time with the Mariners, Zavala struggled, hitting just .154 in 18 games. With Cal Raleigh likely to remain the starting catcher, the Mariners face decisions regarding their catcher lineup for 2025.