We can’t imagine new Mariners GM Jack Zduriencik is happy to hear

Published 8:00 am Tuesday, February 10, 2009

We can’t imagine new Mariners GM Jack Zduriencik is happy to hear that Ichiro is working out as a pitcher in preparation for the World Baseball Classic, especially after what a stint on the mound did to another outfielder. (Of course, that guy was more juiced than Hans and Franz.)Still, we can’t think of a better incentive to watch the WBC than the prospect of Ichiro pitching. Apparently, he hit 92 MPH–in January. That’s harder than Jarrod Washburn will be throwing in July. Not too shabby.Pics can be found here.h/t Royal Brougham’s Baby