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Getting to know the 2024 Mariners draft class: First round pick Jurrangelo Cijntje
Seattle Mariners 2024 first round pick Jurrangelo Cijntje is a very interesting player, both on and off the mound, and that's saying so even past the fact that he can pitch with both arms. What should you know about Cijntje? Circling Seattle Sports' Charles Hamaker gives you some details.
Switching things up: Mariners select Jurrangelo Cijntje, a pitcher that uses both arms, with first round pick in 2024
With their first round pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, our Seattle Mariners selected switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje out of Mississippi State. Switch-pitcher isn't a typo, as Jurrangelo actually does throw both right-handed and left-handed, with some more exciting stuff coming when he throws from the right-hand.
With three picks in round one, Mariners go with three high schoolers that have loads of upside to add to their farm system
With their three selections within the first round of the MLB Draft on All-Star Sunday taking place at Lumen Field, the Seattle Mariners opted to go with “risky” selections of high schoolers that have boat loads of upside if developed properly. Seattle is banking on being able to do that, hoping that this draft is a big step for their future.
