Mariners' Dustin Ackley looks to improve on offense Posted Feb 7, 2013 There is little question about who will be the starting second baseman for the Seattle Mariners when they open the 2013 season. Dustin Ackley was drafted and converted to that position to become a foundation player for the organization. So while the Mariners know who is going to be their second baseman for the foreseeable future, the bigger question is, which Ackley will they see this season. (Tacoma News Tribune)