Bothell’s Dakota Butteris, 10, rounds third during his Make-A-Wish ceremonial first run around the bases yesterday before the Seattle Mariners’ home opener against the Boston Red Sox. Butteris, who is battling leukemia, was then greeted at home plate by his favorite M’s, Dee Gordon, Felix Hernandez and Kyle Seager. Andy Nystrom / staff photos

Butteris, who is battling leukemia, is greeted at home plate by his favorite M’s, Dee Gordon, Felix Hernandez and Kyle Seager. Andy Nystrom / staff photo