2006 Mariners Wrap it Up

The thirtieth edition of our local professional baseball club ended their campaign yesterday afternoon with a 3-2 win over Texas. They finished in last place (a-GAIN!) and with a 78-84 record.

To recap:

Larry Stone of the Times says the M's are closer to contending, but contention is expected in 2007.

Geoff Baker of the Times talks to the players. Raul Ibanez expects to contend in 2007. Richie Sexson says the team needs better pitching.

Adrian Beltre tells John Hickey of the P-I that the team's headed in the right direction. Beltre is himself headed in the right direction--with 9 home runs in September, he finished with 25--two ahead of Rich Aurilia.

Dave at USS Mariner reveals his offseason plan, which includes jettisoning Richie Sexson and trading for Manny Ramirez and Jim Edmonds. Interesting.