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Mariners' Winning Streak Fueled by Witchcraft and Mustaches

9/14/2025

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The Seattle Mariners are currently on an eight-game winning streak, sharing the AL West lead with the Houston Astros.
This turnaround follows fan Steven Blackburn's $15.99 purchase of a spell from an Etsy witch to boost the team's performance.
Players and fans have adopted a witchcraft theme, sporting mustaches as part of their superstitions.
Blackburn urges donations to The Trevor Project instead of seeking reimbursement for the spell.
Mariners fans aspire for the team's first World Series appearance, having never reached the finals.

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Story summary

The Seattle Mariners are currently on an eight-game winning streak, sharing the AL West lead with the Houston Astros.
This turnaround follows fan Steven Blackburn's $15.99 purchase of a spell from an Etsy witch to boost the team's performance.
Players and fans have adopted a witchcraft theme, sporting mustaches as part of their superstitions.
Blackburn urges donations to The Trevor Project instead of seeking reimbursement for the spell.
Mariners fans aspire for the team's first World Series appearance, having never reached the finals.