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Kyle Seager is a former American professional baseball player who spent his entire career with the Seattle Mariners. He was born on November 3, 1987, in Charlotte, North Carolina, and attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he played college baseball for the Tar Heels.
Seager was drafted by the Mariners in the third round of the 2009
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Kyle Seager is a former American professional baseball player who spent his entire career with the Seattle Mariners. He was born on November 3, 1987, in Charlotte, North Carolina, and attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he played college baseball for the Tar Heels.
Seager was drafted by the Mariners in the third round of the 2009 Major League Baseball draft and made his debut with the team in July 2011. He quickly established himself as a reliable third baseman and a consistent hitter, earning a reputation as one of the most underrated players in the league.
Over the course of his career, Seager was known for his strong defensive skills, particularly his ability to make difficult plays and throw accurately from third base. He also had a solid offensive game, hitting for both power and average and driving in runs with regularity.
Seager's best season came in 2016, when he hit .278 with 30 home runs and 99 RBIs, earning his first All-Star selection and finishing 12th in the American League MVP voting. He also won his first Gold Glove award that year, recognizing his outstanding defensive play.
Throughout his career, Seager was a fan favorite in Seattle, known for his work ethic, leadership, and humble demeanor. He was also a respected teammate and mentor to younger players, earning the Mariners' nomination for the 2021 Roberto Clemente Award, which recognizes players who best exemplify the game of baseball through sportsmanship, community involvement, and positive contributions to their clubs.
Seager announced his retirement from baseball on November 3, 2021, his 34th birthday, after spending 11 seasons with the Mariners. He finished his career with a .251 batting average, 1,055 hits, 185 home runs, and 673 RBIs, along with two All-Star selections, three Gold Glove awards, and a Silver Slugger award.
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Seattle Mariners Home Run Derby Simulation • Griffey - Edgar - Buhner - Seager / In a thrilling spectacle of power and precision, the Seattle Mariners are set to showcase a Home Run Derby like no other. This event will feature some of the most iconic players in the team's history: Ken Griffey Jr., Edgar Martinez, Jay Buhner, and Kyle Seager. These players span different eras of Mariners' history, each having left their indelible mark on the franchise. Griffey, with his sweet swing and magnetic personality, is arguably the most famous Mariner and was a key player in the '90s. Edgar Martinez, the designated hitter extraordinaire, was his contemporary and together they formed a formidable batting lineup. Moving into the 2000s, Jay Buhner, known for his raw power, was a fan favorite. Lastly, Kyle Seager, the reliable third baseman, was a consistent performer throughout the 2010s. This event is not just a showcase of individual prowess, but also a journey through the Mariners' history, highlighting the different eras and the players who defined them.