Learn More About MLB - Seattle Mariners - 2

Richie Sexson was the highest paid Mariner in 2006. This can be inferred from the question, which asks about the highest paid player, and the answer choice provided.

Jose Lopez went to the 2006 All-Star Game as a replacement for the injured Robinson Cano.

The father of Seattle Mariner Bret Boone played as a catcher.

In 2001, the Seattle Mariners signed Brett Boone to replace Alex Rodriguez. This suggests that the team was looking for a new player to fill the void left by Rodriguez's departure. Boone's signing indicates that the Mariners believed he had the skills and abilities to contribute to the team and potentially fill the gap left by Rodriguez's departure.

After leaving the Seattle Mariners, Alex Rodriguez joined the Texas Rangers.

Ichiro Suzuki was the only Seattle Mariners player to receive a Gold Glove Award in 2006. This means that out of all the players on the team, Suzuki was recognized as the best defensive player in his position. The other players listed, Bret Boone, Mike Cameron, and John Olerud, did not receive this award in 2006.

John Olerud is the correct answer because he is the only player among the given options who wore a helmet while playing defense in 2001. Wearing a helmet while on defense was not a common practice in baseball, but Olerud was known for wearing a helmet due to a brain aneurysm he suffered in college. As a precaution, he continued to wear a helmet while playing defense throughout his career.

In 2006, Ichiro Suzuki had the most stolen bases among the given options. This information suggests that Ichiro Suzuki was the most successful in stealing bases compared to Yuniesky Betancourt, Willie Bloomquist, and Adrian Beltre during that year.

Alvin Davis earned the nickname "Mr. Mariner" because he played his entire Major League Baseball career with the Seattle Mariners. He was the team's first baseman from 1984 to 1991 and was known for his loyalty and dedication to the Mariners organization. Davis was a beloved figure among fans and became synonymous with the team, hence earning the nickname "Mr. Mariner".

Felix Hernandez is the correct answer because he threw a one-hit shutout against Boston on April 11, 2007.

Felix Hernandez had the best ERA of all the Seattle Mariners' league leader qualifiers in 2007. This means that among the pitchers who met the minimum requirements to be considered a league leader, Hernandez had the lowest earned run average (ERA) on the team.

Seven out of the first ten 2008 Seattle Mariners draft picks played the position of pitcher.

Ichiro Suzuki is the correct answer because he had the most starts in both center field and right field for the Seattle Mariners in 2008. This indicates that he was a versatile player who was trusted by the team to play in multiple outfield positions.

In 1996, Seattle Mariner Alex Rodriguez won the Silver Slugger award. This award is given annually to the best offensive player in each position in both the American and National Leagues. It recognizes players who have achieved exceptional batting performance and demonstrated consistent power and hitting ability throughout the season. Alex Rodriguez's outstanding offensive skills and contributions to the Mariners' success in 1996 earned him this prestigious award.

J. J. Putz had the most saves of any 2008 Seattle Mariner.