The Seattle Mariners are intensifying their preparations as spring training unfolds in Peoria, Arizona. Most notably, shortstop J.P. Crawford and ace pitcher Logan Gilbert faced off in live at-bats, with Crawford securing a hit against his teammate. This matchup is significant as Crawford aims to bounce back from a tough 2022 season, while Gilbert is coming off an All-Star performance.

Crawford, who battled injuries last season, posted a disappointing .202 batting average with nine home runs in 105 games. Conversely, Gilbert had a stellar season, achieving a 3.23 ERA and leading the team in strikeouts, which earned him a sixth-place finish in the American League Cy Young voting. The early signs from training camps suggest both players are on the right track as they gear up for the regular season.