Seattle Mariners Hall of Fame
Seattle Mariners former chairman and CEO John Ellis announced on June 14, 1997 the creation of a Mariners Hall of Fame. It is operated by the Seattle Mariners organization. It honors the players, staff and other individuals that greatly contributed to the history and success of the Mariners franchise. It is located at the Baseball Museum of the Pacific Northwest in Safeco Field.
The current members of the Mariners Hall of Fame are:
- Dave Niehaus, Broadcaster (1977–2010)
- 21 Alvin Davis, 1B (1984–91)
- 19 Jay Buhner, OF (1988–2001)
- 11 Edgar Martínez, DH (1987–2004)
- 6 Dan Wilson, C (1994- 2005)
- 51 Randy Johnson, P (1989- 1998)
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