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Randy Arozarena’s walk-off homer lifts Mariners past Cubs 5-4

8/25/2026

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Summary

Arozarena Walkoff Win

Randy Arozarena hit a walk-off two-run homer to give Seattle a 5-4 win over Chicago.
The loss extended the Cubs’ skid to three straight games.
Chicago’s record in the past ten games fell to 4-6 after the defeat.
Seattle started top prospect Kade Anderson in the game.
Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga holds a 2.45 ERA over his last seven starts.

Summary

Mariners Roster Shuffle

Mariners enter Cubs series with a -46 run differential, the league’s worst.
Left-hander Kade Anderson was promoted while Jhonathan Díaz was designated for assignment to free a roster spot.
Mariners have not decided whether to keep a six-man rotation, revert to piggyback, or shift a starter to the bullpen.
The game airs at 4:15 PT on FOX with Aaron Goldsmith and John Smoltz providing commentary.

History

Historical Context

The 1994 MLB strike began on August 12, and acting commissioner Bud Selig canceled the postseason, wiping out 948 games and the World Series. The dispute forced teams like the Seattle Mariners—then featuring Ken Griffey Jr.’s 40 home runs—to see roster turnover, a pattern echoed today as the Mariners promote left-hander Kade Anderson. The Chicago Cubs, also affected by the strike, now confront similar roster moves.

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Arozarena Walkoff Win

Randy Arozarena hit a walk-off two-run homer to give Seattle a 5-4 win over Chicago.
The loss extended the Cubs’ skid to three straight games.
Chicago’s record in the past ten games fell to 4-6 after the defeat.
Seattle started top prospect Kade Anderson in the game.
Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga holds a 2.45 ERA over his last seven starts.

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