-The K Zone-

September 10th 2018

Sam Carlson

Interview by Mike Duffy

Photo Credit: The Seattle Times

Mike Duffy: What were some of your favorite parts about the Mariners Organization?

Sam Carlson: My favorite part about the Mariners Organization is the people. Everyone from the front office to the trainers to my teammates. Everybody is great and it is a lot of fun.

Mike Duffy: What is your favorite Minor League team name?

Sam Carlson: Personally I think that we have one of the best minor league team names in the Modesto Nuts. It is just a funny name for a team that everyone gets a good laugh at.

Mike Duffy: When did you know you wanted to play professional baseball?

Sam Carlson: I have always wanted to play professional baseball since I was a kid but not until my senior year did I know that there was a realistic chance.

Mike Duffy: What team were you the biggest fan of growing up?

Sam Carlson: My favorite team growing up was the Twins. I was born and raised in Minnesota so it was only right.

Mike Duffy: Who was your favorite player growing up?

Sam Carlson: My favorite player growing up was Joe Mauer. Being a Twins fan I had always loved to watch him play.

Mike Duffy: What is your favorite stadium?

Sam Carlson: My favorite big league stadium is probably Safeco Field because of the memories I have from there. I have only seen a few fields so it might change when I see more.

Mike Duffy: What will you be doing this offseason?

Sam Carlson: I am currently doing TJ rehab while taking classes for school.

Mike Duffy: What is your favorite baseball memory?

Sam Carlson: I honestly have so many unbelievable memories that I can’t pick one out. Maybe one day I’ll make a memory that really stands out more than the others.

Mike Duffy: What is your favorite book?

Sam Carlson: I don’t have a favorite book at the moment as I prefer podcasts over a book.