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Mariners Surge with Arozarena’s Power, Close in on Astros

9/11/2025

Summary

Story summary

Randy Arozarena's three-run home run led the Seattle Mariners to a 5-3 win against the St. Louis Cardinals, bringing them within one game of the Houston Astros in the AL West.
The Mariners have won four straight games, improving their record to 77-68 and holding a 1.5-game lead over the Texas Rangers for the final AL wild-card spot.
Josh Naylor hit a go-ahead home run, his 19th of the season and third in four games since joining Seattle.
Mariners' relievers performed well, allowing no runs in the last five innings after George Kirby's rough start, where he gave up seven hits in four innings.

History

Historical Context

The Seattle Mariners reached their first playoff in 1995, finishing the season with a 79-66 record, led by stars Ken Griffey Jr. and Edgar Martinez. This milestone marked a significant moment in the franchise's history. As of 2023, the Mariners are again vying for postseason play, currently holding a 1.5-game lead for a wild-card spot, showcasing their ongoing ambition in Major League Baseball.

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Story summary

Randy Arozarena's three-run home run led the Seattle Mariners to a 5-3 win against the St. Louis Cardinals, bringing them within one game of the Houston Astros in the AL West.
The Mariners have won four straight games, improving their record to 77-68 and holding a 1.5-game lead over the Texas Rangers for the final AL wild-card spot.
Josh Naylor hit a go-ahead home run, his 19th of the season and third in four games since joining Seattle.
Mariners' relievers performed well, allowing no runs in the last five innings after George Kirby's rough start, where he gave up seven hits in four innings.

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