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Mariners' Road Woes Continue Amid Controversial Umpire Calls

8/31/2025

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The Mariners lost to Cleveland, extending their road losing streak to seven games and dropping to a 5-11 record since August 13.
Julio Rodríguez hit a two-run homer, while Cade Smith earned his ninth save for Cleveland.
Seattle recorded 10 hits but struggled to convert scoring chances, with key players caught stealing twice.
Controversial umpire decisions influenced the game's outcome.

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Story summary

The Mariners lost to Cleveland, extending their road losing streak to seven games and dropping to a 5-11 record since August 13.
Julio Rodríguez hit a two-run homer, while Cade Smith earned his ninth save for Cleveland.
Seattle recorded 10 hits but struggled to convert scoring chances, with key players caught stealing twice.
Controversial umpire decisions influenced the game's outcome.