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Emerson Out for Season Due to Wrist Injury | Seattle Mariners News
Colt Emerson’s rookie season is over before it began—Seattle Mariners’ top prospect is headed for season-ending wrist surgery, forcing the team to call up Brock Rodden at shortstop. Emerson, signed to an eight-year, $95M deal, struggled mightily in 69 games (.190 BA, 8 HR) and had been battling the injury since Spring Training, choosing to get checked out instead of heading to Triple-A. Team president Jerry Dipoto criticized Emerson for not being more honest about the pain. With playoff hopes fading and injuries mounting, the Mariners now face a rebuilding year—with Emerson’s recovery and…
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