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Mariners Clinch Playoff Spot with Naylor's Key Hit

9/24/2025

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Summary

Mariners Secure Playoff

Naylor's three-run double in the eighth gave the Mariners a 4-3 win, clinching a playoff berth.
This marks Seattle's sixth postseason appearance in franchise history and second in four seasons.
They have won 15 of 16 and hold a one-game magic number for the AL West.
Brown struck out 10, but Seattle capitalized.

History

Historical Context

The Seattle Mariners, established in 1977, struggled for years before achieving their first playoff berth in 1995, driven by a dramatic comeback against the California Angels. This success revitalized baseball in the Pacific Northwest. In 2001, they set a record with 116 wins, but faced a long postseason drought until their return in 2022, marking a significant chapter in their history.

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Mariners Secure Playoff

Naylor's three-run double in the eighth gave the Mariners a 4-3 win, clinching a playoff berth.
This marks Seattle's sixth postseason appearance in franchise history and second in four seasons.
They have won 15 of 16 and hold a one-game magic number for the AL West.
Brown struck out 10, but Seattle capitalized.

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