I’m assuming we’re talking about his wOBA as being mostly a platoon. Platoon players with no defensive skill pretty much have to hit like crazy people to be worth having on a contender.

Basically keeping the clubhouse in good shape while pulling his own weight at the plate.

He’s fun to have around and he hasn’t hurt anything this season, but people need to remember that the biggest, most important reason that the team chemistry has improved this year is because the Mariners have a winning record and spent the majority of the season in at least marginal contention.

Isn’t that a replacement level hitter?

If Sweeney’s roster spot is the difference between contending and almost contending, then above .340

Mediocre and lovable! Perfect for me. So I want Sweendog to stick around forever.