Mariners bring a lot of hype into season – and for many good reasons

The Seattle Mariners gave a good impression on Opening Day, April 6, after their 4-1 win over the Los Angeles Angels that included M’s pitcher Felix Hernandez — known to beloved fans as “King Felix” — recorded 10 strikeouts, his third career Opening Day where he’s had 10 or more K’s.

Baseball writers and the general media from national news to outlets in the Pacific Northwest, seem to have a fascination with the Mariners this year, with many experts predicting that Seattle will go far into the postseason.

The Washington Post predicts the Mariners will win the American League West and go on to...