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Seattle Mariners: Which of their Free Agents Will Return in 2017?

By Paul Taylor

Jul 18, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Mariners players, including third baseman Kyle Seager (15, left), right fielder Seth Smith (7, second from left), outfielder Franklin Gutierrez (21, middle) celebrate at home plate following a walk-off homer by first baseman Adam Lind (26, not pictured) against the Chicago White Sox at Safeco Field. Seattle defeated Chicago, 4-3. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 18, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Mariners players, including third baseman Kyle Seager (15, left), right fielder Seth Smith (7, second from left), outfielder Franklin Gutierrez (21, middle) celebrate at home plate following a walk-off homer by first baseman Adam Lind (26, not pictured) against the Chicago White Sox at Safeco Field. Seattle defeated Chicago, 4-3. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports /
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May 13, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Mariners first baseman Dae-Ho Lee (10) reacts after striking out against the Los Angeles Angels during the ninth inning at Safeco Field. The Angels won 7-6. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports /

Dae-Ho Lee

We’ve already discussed Lee’s situation. Regardless, it’s worth repeating that both Scott Servais and Jerry Dipoto would like to see him back in 2017.

This may seem strange, given the noticeable dip in the 34-year old’s productivity during the second half of the 2016 campaign. However, Dipoto explained there is a lack of quality right-handed platoon bats available on the open market.

From Lee’s point of view, he is wary of once again taking on a part-time role, with him admitting it began to hurt his pride after a while. Overall, he has a lot to think about, including the likelihood of significant interest from Japan.

Chance of returning: 50-50

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