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.