Mariners manager Dan Wilson was hired on Aug. 22 and led the team to a 21-13 record over the final 34 games of 2024. He's been a part of spring training many times in past years d

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On top of being in prime position to make the Nolan Arenado trade, the Mariners need his skills. They've lost three of their starting infielders from last year in free agency, including Josh Rojas who signed with the White Sox. Arenado is one of the best defensive first basemen of this generation and can fill a massive hole in the infield.

Despite not receiving a non-roster invite, one of the organization's most intriguing prospects is still putting in reps at the Peoria Sports Complex.

Dan Wilson is excited for his first spring training as Mariners manager. But he's feeling anxious, too. "Everybody here has butterflies, but it's the good kind."