The Seattle Mariners have hired Don Wakamatsu as their next manger. Wakamatsu was a coach for the Oakland Athletics last year and is very familar with the Western Division. He also spent four seasons as the bench coach for Buck Showalter down in Arlington.

Wakamatsu is the first Asian-American manager in Major League history, and he’s the first significant hire in the new era of general manager Jack Zduriencik. “I welcome the challenge here to bring a world championship to Seattle and the fans of the Seattle Mariners,” said Wakamatsu, after being introduced by a giddy Zduriencik and holding up his new jersey with the No. 16.

Wakamatsu said that communication and leadership will be key and he hopes that it carries over to the team.

Time will tell if this was a good hire for the Mariners, but what does everyone thing? Leave us a comment and let us know your opinion if you want.

The Seattle Mariners and Balimore Orioles have finally completed the Erik Bedard trade that has been rumored for the past month.  Bedard will now be the #2 pitcher behind Felix Hernandez in the Mariners pitching rotation.  Great 1-2 punch for the Mariners!

Adam Jones, George Sherrill, Chris Tillman, Kam Mickolio and Tony Butler are all heading the to the Orioles.  Mariners are giving up a lot, but it could be worth it in the long run.  That is if they can sign Bedard to a long term contract.

What do you think Mariners Fans?  Do you like the trade?

The Seattle Mariners and Brad Wilkerson have agreed on a one year contract that will pay Wilkerson around $3 million dollars.  The deal could possibly be worth $5 million if he reaches all of the incentives that are included in the deal.  Look for him to fill into the right field position but not have much value hitting in Safeco.

Do you like the signing Mariners Fans?  Leave us a comment and let us know your opinions!

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