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Randy Arozarena robbed Miguel Amaya of a potential homer early, then delivered a go-ahead homer in the ninth as Seattle beat the Cubs, capping a night that also featured five solid innings from rookie Kade Anderson. With the Mariners mired in a slump, Seattle brass floated rotation tweaks—potentially a six-man setup or piggyback plan when Bryan Woo returns—as they cling to postseason hopes.
Randy Arozarena started Seattle’s comeback with a first-pitch leadoff homer and capped it with a two-run walkoff homer in the ninth, making him just the third MLB player to hit both a leadoff homer and a walkoff homer in the same game and the first in Mariners history in a 5-4 win over the Cubs.
Seattle is weighing a potential trade of George Kirby as rival clubs show interest, with Randy Arozarena among the top bats teams could pursue. A move would be pricey, and Seattle could also pivot to selling to shed payroll and reload for 2027, especially after a rough July, while hoping to balance its cost-controlled rotation with offensive additions before the August 3 deadline.
Mariners left fielder Randy Arozarena exited Friday’s 10-2 win over the Nationals with a tightened left hamstring and is day-to-day after trainer checks and strength tests; manager Dan Wilson said it could be a cramp or spasm rather than a strain and will be reassessed in the morning, with Victor Robles replacing him in right and Luke Raley moving to left. Arozarena has been one of Seattle’s most productive players this season, appearing in all 71 games and leading the club in multiple offensive categories, as Seattle navigates a injury-plagued road trip.
Randy Arozarena apologized to Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh ahead of Opening Day, saying the two are brothers and that his comments after a World Baseball Classic game shouldn’t distract the season; Raleigh’s handshake snub sparked tension, but both players say they’re moving on as the Mariners head into the opener.
Cal Raleigh says there’s no beef with Randy Arozarena after a handshake snub at the World Baseball Classic, downplaying any feud between the teammates.
In a World Baseball Classic pool game in Houston, Randy Arozarena attempted a handshake with Seattle catcher Cal Raleigh, who didn’t reciprocate, prompting questions about a possible feud. Arozarena later vented in Spanish with profanity toward Raleigh, though it’s unclear if the jab was serious or banter. The moment echoes a 2023 WBC snub involving Will Smith, and a Mexico–USA rematch could still occur with both players’ teams advancing and Raleigh heading to spring training if they move on.
The Mariners defeated the A's 3-2 in a recent game, with notable performances including Bryan Woo and Randy Arozarena, highlighting ongoing baseball activities.
The Mariners secured a 2-1 victory over the Twins with strong pitching from Luis Castillo and Chris Paddack, clutch hitting from Cal Raleigh and Randy Arozarena, and solid defense, ending a recent slump and highlighting key player performances.
As the 2024 MLB season progresses, three key trends are emerging: Shohei Ohtani has improved his opposite-field hitting, making him an even more formidable batter; Randy Arozarena's in-zone contact rate has plummeted, contributing to his disappointing performance; and Jurickson Profar's new leg kick has led to increased hard contact, making him the leading NL outfielder in WAR.
Four MLB All-Stars, Randy Arozarena, Adolis García, Zac Gallen, and Luis Robert, could have been playing for the St. Louis Cardinals, but they ended up with different franchises. Arozarena and García were once Cardinals prospects but were traded away. Gallen was traded to the Miami Marlins in a deal for Marcell Ozuna, and he is now starting the All-Star Game for the National League. Robert, although scouted by the Cardinals, signed with the Chicago White Sox for a higher signing bonus. All four players have excelled with their current teams and would have been valuable additions to the struggling Cardinals.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. wins the 2023 MLB Home Run Derby, defeating Randy Arozarena in the finals. Guerrero's victory makes him the first-ever father-son duo, along with his Hall of Fame father, to both win the Derby. Julio Rodríguez steals the show with a record-setting round of 41 home runs in the first round. Arozarena impresses with 82 total home runs, the second-highest in Derby history. The event sees a total of 341 home runs, with Luis Robert hitting the longest at 484 feet. Pete Alonso, the defending champion, is eliminated early by Rodríguez.
Randy Arozarena and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. advance to the finals of the 2023 MLB Home Run Derby after impressive performances, while Julio Rodriguez sets a single-round record with 41 home runs in the first round. The finals will feature Arozarena and Guerrero Jr. competing for the title.
The 2023 T-Mobile Home Run Derby is taking place live on ESPN at T-Mobile Park, featuring a loaded field and exciting storylines. The first-round matchups include Luis Robert Jr. defeating Adley Rutschman and Randy Arozarena defeating Adolis García. Arozarena hit 24 first-round homers, including a strong bonus round, while García hit 17 homers. Rutschman impressed with 27 homers, showcasing his skills from both sides of the plate.
The Tampa Bay Rays beat the San Diego Padres 6-2 in front of a sold-out crowd at Petco Park. Shane McClanahan became the first pitcher in the big leagues to 11 wins this season, allowing just one run over 6 ⅔ innings. Randy Arozarena drove in four runs, including a three-run homer, and the Rays won their third straight game. The victory brought back memories of their 2020 playoff run, which included a win over the Yankees and Astros at Petco Park.