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sports21 days ago•11 min saved

AL West Deadline Shuffle Repositions Seattle's Rivals

Deadline-day moves across the AL West reshaped the race: Astros added outfield depth by trading for Daulton Varsho (Toronto) for Spencer Arrighetti; Angels staged a four-trade spree bringing in multiple prospects and immediate help; Rangers made several buys including Adam Macko after dealing Josh Smith and Josh Stephan; Athletics were largely quiet; Seattle had already landed Taylor Ward via Baltimore after a four-player swap with the White Sox — leaving Houston three games ahead of Seattle in the division.

via Seattle Sports|

#al-west #angels #astros

sports4 months ago•5 min saved

Mariners Reassert AL West Grip with 6-2 Win Over Astros

Seattle topped Houston 6-2 at T-Mobile Park as George Kirby rode 7.2 innings of effective ball with Cal Raleigh, Julio Rodríguez and Brendan Donovan delivering multi-hit days, pushing Seattle further ahead of the Astros and cementing the Mariners’ surge as the AL West center of gravity.

via Lookout Landing|

#al-west #george-kirby #houston-astros

sports4 months ago•4 min saved

DeGrom Shuts Down Dodgers as Rangers Grab 5-2 Win

Jacob deGrom yielded a first-inning homer to Shohei Ohtani but settled in for six innings of one-run ball as the Texas Rangers defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-2. He struck out 15 and delivered a quality start to limit the bullpen workload, while the Rangers racked up 10 hits and 10 walks, leaving several scoring chances unresolved. Evan Carter homered, Josh Jung went 2-for-3 with two walks and a double, and Texas moved into a first-place tie with Oakland in the AL West despite some missed opportunities. The bullpen held on after a brief rough patch.

via Lone Star Ball|

#al-west #degrom #dodgers

sports10 months ago•1 min saved

Angels Part Ways with Manager Ron Washington After Last-Place Finishes

The Los Angeles Angels have parted ways with manager Ron Washington after consecutive last-place finishes in the AL West, with interim manager Ray Montgomery also out. Washington, who had health issues earlier in the season, was hired in 2024 and led the team to poor records, continuing a long playoff drought for the franchise. The team plans to go in a different direction in 2026, with the next manager tasked with rebuilding a struggling franchise that has not made the postseason since 2014.

via Yahoo Sports|

#al-west #angels #manager-change

sports11 months ago•3 min saved

Cal Raleigh Hits 60th Homer as Mariners Clinch AL West

Cal Raleigh hit his 60th home run, becoming the seventh player in MLB history to reach this milestone, as the Mariners clinched the AL West title with a 9-2 win over the Rockies, marking their first division title since 2001 and boosting Raleigh's pursuit of the AL single-season home run record.

via Sports Illustrated|

#al-west #cal-raleigh #home-runs

sports11 months ago•3 min saved

Mariners Clinch AL West Title as Cal Raleigh Hits 60 Homers

The Seattle Mariners clinched their first AL West division title in 24 years, led by Cal Raleigh's record-breaking 60 home runs, and have secured a playoff spot with a strong second half performance, despite injuries and a competitive league. The team has shown resilience and depth, positioning itself as a potential contender in the postseason.

via AP News|

#al-west #baseball #cal-raleigh

sports11 months ago•3 min saved

Mariners Secure ALDS Bye After Division Win

The Seattle Mariners secured their third AL West title and a postseason berth, with opportunities to clinch a top seed and a bye to the ALDS by winning their final games. Their playoff positioning depends on upcoming results, but they are set to open the playoffs with two home games regardless of their seed.

via Seattle Sports|

#al-west #mlb-standings #playoffs

sports11 months ago•0 min saved

Mariners Clinch AL West Title and Prepare for Playoffs

The Seattle Mariners won the AL West for the first time since 2001 after beating the Rockies, and now need to sweep the Rockies or have the Guardians and Tigers split their last two games to secure a first-round playoff bye.

via KIRO 7 News Seattle|

#al-west #first-round-bye #mariners

sports11 months ago•3 min saved

Mariners' sweep of Astros signals playoff push

The Seattle Mariners delivered a historic three-game sweep of the Houston Astros, asserting their dominance in the AL West and signaling a potential first division title since 2001. ESPN's Karl Ravech praised their performance as a 'very loud statement,' highlighting key plays and their overall strength as they close in on the division lead.

via Seattle Sports|

#al-west #houston-astros #mlb

sports11 months ago•3 min saved

Mariners clinch AL West with series sweep and key home run

The Seattle Mariners significantly improved their playoff prospects by sweeping the Houston Astros, reducing their magic number to 3 to clinch the AL West title and securing a strong position for a playoff berth and potential homefield advantage in the ALDS. The Mariners' recent performance and standings tighten their grip on the second seed in the AL, while the Astros are now out of playoff contention.

via Seattle Sports|

#al-west #houston-astros #mlb-standings

sports11 months ago•2 min saved

Cal Raleigh Sets Mariners Home Run Record with 57th Homer

Cal Raleigh set a Seattle record with his 57th home run, leading the Mariners to a 6-4 victory over the Astros, which strengthened their lead in the AL West. George Kirby pitched six scoreless innings, and the Mariners secured the season series. Houston's playoff hopes are still alive, but they faced setbacks including key ejections and missed scoring opportunities. The Mariners continue their strong run, holding the second seed in the AL playoffs.

via ESPN|

#al-west #astros #cal-raleigh

sports11 months ago•4 min saved

Mariners Take AL West Lead Amid Woo Injury Concerns

The Seattle Mariners moved into first place in the AL West with a 4-0 shutout win over the Astros, highlighted by strong pitching from Bryan Woo and key home runs from Julio Rodríguez, Eugenio Suárez, Victor Robles, and Josh Naylor. The victory enhances their playoff prospects, including a likely first-round bye and home field advantage, demonstrating their dominance and readiness for the postseason.

via Lookout Landing|

#al-west #home-run #mariners

sports11 months ago•3 min saved

AL West Race Heats Up: Key Matchups and Playoff Outlook

The article highlights the critical upcoming series between the Seattle Mariners and Houston Astros, emphasizing its significance in the Mariners' quest for their first division title since 2001 and potential playoff implications, while capturing the emotional rollercoaster of baseball fandom.

via Lookout Landing|

#al-west #houston-astros #mlb

sports11 months ago•2 min saved

Cal Raleigh Sets Historic Home Run Record for Mariners

Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners set a new record for most home runs in a season by a switch-hitter with 55 and tied the franchise record with 56, contributing to the team's 10th straight win and their push towards the playoffs. Raleigh's achievements have garnered comparisons to legends like Mickey Mantle and Ken Griffey Jr., and he remains humble despite his historic season.

via Seattle Sports|

#al-west #cal-raleigh #home-run-record

sports11 months ago•2 min saved

Cal Raleigh Sets New Mariners Home Run Record in Win Streak

Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh set a new record for most home runs in a season by a switch-hitter with 56, tying Ken Griffey Jr. for the Mariners' franchise record, while also breaking the record for home runs by a primary catcher and tying Griffey Jr. for the team's all-time mark, as the Mariners aim for their first division title since 2001.

via CBS Sports|

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