Unlike the past two years, when the Mariners picked in the middle of the Rule 5 draft order, they’ll have the 6th pick this winter, which could help them land a useful piece for 2020 and beyond. With the Rule 5 player pool now known, there are a few names that should pique the interest of GM Jerry Dipoto.
Dipoto has made a selection in each of the past 2 Rule 5 drafts, selecting Mike Ford in the winter of 2017 and Brandon Brennan last winter. Brennan was an absolute success who, despite battling injuries, was one of the best relievers in the Mariners bullpen and showed high leverage stuff in stints this year.