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Mariners Prospects in Lockout Crosshairs | Seattle Mariners News
The Mariners are caught in a tough spot—still playoff-relevant but under .500—with top prospects Michael Arroyo and Lázaro Montes looming as potential big-league answers. But with an impending MLB lockout threatening to cut off 40-man roster players, the team faces a strategic dilemma: call them up now or protect them later? Arroyo, a right-handed hitter, seems more ready for the majors, while Montes boasts power but struggles with strikeouts and defense. Either way, they’ll likely end up on the 40-man—and sidelined during any lockout—so the Mariners must decide if the immediate impact…
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