Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Ryan Bliss, the Seattle Mariners' second-round pick and backup infielder at Triple-A Tacoma, has gotten off to a brutal start in 2025 after a strong 2024 season. In 141 at-bats, he has posted a .284 batting average with 8 doubles, 1 triple, 0 home runs, 9 walks, and 40 strikeouts. This represents a significant decline from his 2024 Triple-A performance (.269/.377/.456 with 25 doubles, 3 triples, 12 home runs, 50 stolen bases). The Mariners acquired him as insurance behind Cole Young at second base, but his inconsistent performance and lack of power production have raised questions about his readiness as an internal solution.
Strengths
- + Strong 2024 Triple-A season (.833 OPS with 12 HR and 50 SB)
- + Multiple ways to contribute (speed, on-base ability, power potential)
- + Big-league experience
- + Defensive flexibility
- + Young age with time to develop
Weaknesses
- - Brutal 2025 start with significant power decline (0 HR in 141 AB)
- - High strikeout rate (40 K in 141 AB)
- - Inconsistent performance compared to 2024 baseline
- - Lack of offensive production to justify roster spot
- - Questions about readiness as backup solution
Injury Status: day-to-day
About
Ryan Bliss is a second baseman for the Seattle Mariners.
Player Overview
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