SEATTLE -- Looking to bolster their upper Minor League levels with a strong infusion of young talent, the Mariners hit the college ranks hard on Day 2 of the MLB Draft on Tuesday.
After selecting Stetson right-hander Logan Gilbert and Louisville outfielder Josh Stowers in the first two rounds on Monday, Seattle continued adding established college players with all eight of its picks on Tuesday.
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The Mariners tabbed four more pitchers as well as two promising catchers, an outfielder and shortstop on the second day.
Scouting director Scott Hunter said the high school players the club was interested in went off the board early, but the college players fit well with the organization's desire to add talent capable of moving quickly up the system.