Dustin Ackley Being Promoted By Seattle Mariners; Luis Rodriguez Optioned

With Tacoma, the 23-year-old Ackley posted a batting line of .303/.419/.487, with 55 walks, 38 strikeouts, and nine home runs. The second baseman is still considered a little rough around the edges in the field, but he’s gotten much better in that regard, and at the plate, he’s as polished as a young hitter comes. Ackley’s exceptional command of the strike zone should allow him to make a fairly smooth transition to the highest level.