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Julio Rodríguez Exits After 98-MPH One-Hopper Strikes Ankle Stealing Third

The Mariners may be without their leadoff hitter pending clarity on the ankle’s severity.

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Jun 7, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez (44) leaves the game after being hit by a batted ball in the third inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
May 27, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners centerfielder Julio Rodriguez (44) celebrates after hitting a single during the eighth inning against the Washington Nationals at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images
Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodríguez

Overview

  • The ball struck Rodríguez’s right ankle and shin at 98.1 mph during an attempted steal in the third inning of Saturday’s game in Anaheim.
  • He required assistance from vice president of high performance Rob Scheidegger and assistant athletic trainer Kevin Orloski to leave the field.
  • Leody Taveras took over in center field and misplayed two balls that led to tying runs for the Angels.
  • Prior to exiting, Rodríguez was 2-for-2 on the night and has compiled a .252/.321/.421 line with 10 home runs and 33 RBIs this season.
  • Seattle faces a close AL West race and may need to reshuffle its lineup if Rodríguez misses time.