The Seattle Mariners' pitching staff is experiencing a renaissance, showcasing unparalleled depth and resilience in the 2024 season. Remarkably, four Mariners pitchers surpassed 30 starts, with seven different arms taking the mound throughout the year. While left-handed reliever Jhonathan Diaz contributed with a start, it was Emerson Hancock's 12 starts that stood out, showcasing his potential as the team's No. 6 starter. However, as the 2025 season approaches, maintaining this health will be critical.

Hancock has shown commitment to refining his arsenal, experimenting with pitch grips and techniques during the offseason. In a spring training debut against the Arizona Diamondbacks, he exhibited promise by striking out two batters and maintaining a strike rate of 82%. Hancock expressed a desire to improve his command and consistency on the mound, noting that the offseason was spent fine-tuning his cutter and sweeper. With a challenging season behind him, he finished with a 4.75 ERA and aims for a more impactful 2025, likely starting with the Triple-A Tacoma Rainiers.