The Seattle Mariners made a big splash in the 2019 MLB Draft when they selected William & Mary third baseman, Jake Williamson, with the 57th pick. This selection marks the first time in over a decade that the Mariners have taken a player from William & Mary in the draft.
Williamson is a 6-foot-2, 200-pound right-handed hitter who has been a standout for the Tribe since his freshman year. He was a two-time All-Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) selection and was named to the All-Region team in 2018. He was also named to the CAA All-Tournament team in 2018 and 2019.
At the plate, Williamson is a patient hitter who has shown an ability to hit for both power and average. In his three years at William & Mary, he hit .291 with 15 home runs and 95 RBIs. He also had an impressive .411 on-base percentage and a .495 slugging percentage.
On the defensive side of the ball, Williamson is an above-average defender at third base. He has good range and a strong arm, which allows him to make plays on balls hit in the hole. He also has good instincts and is able to make quick decisions on the field.
Williamson is an exciting prospect for the Mariners and could be a key piece of their future. He has the potential to be an impact player both offensively and defensively, and his ability to hit for both power and average makes him an intriguing option for the Mariners.
The Mariners are hoping that Williamson can develop into a key contributor for their franchise in the years to come. With his combination of power, average, and defensive ability, he could be a key piece of the Mariners’ future success.
