The Seattle Mariners have had a long and storied history, and one of their most beloved players is Jay Buhner. Buhner, who played for the Mariners from 1988-2001, is now a broadcaster for the team and still has a great deal of passion for the organization. Recently, Buhner spoke out about the Mariners’ potential in the upcoming season, and he believes that they can aim higher than just a wild card spot.
Buhner was part of the 1995 Mariners team that won the American League West division title and made it to the playoffs. He believes that this year’s team has the potential to replicate that success. He points to the team’s strong pitching staff, led by Felix Hernandez and Hisashi Iwakuma, as well as the addition of Robinson Cano as reasons why the team can make a run at the division title.
Buhner also believes that the team has the right attitude and approach to make a run at the playoffs. He points to the leadership of manager Lloyd McClendon and the veteran presence of players like Cano as key factors in the team’s success. He also believes that the team’s young players, such as Taijuan Walker and James Paxton, will be important contributors to the team’s success.
Buhner is confident that the Mariners can make a run at the playoffs this season, and he believes that they can aim higher than just a wild card spot. He believes that if the team plays up to its potential, they can make a run at the division title and make it back to the playoffs for the first time since 2001. It will be an exciting season for Mariners fans, and it will be interesting to see if Buhner’s optimism is justified.
