Overview

• He is the first player ever to begin his major league career with at least 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases in each of his first four seasons.
• His two-run shot in the third inning of Seattle’s 5-4 victory over Texas marked the 100th home run of his career.
• Rodríguez reached the century mark in 542 games, becoming the third-fastest Mariner to 100 homers behind Alex Rodríguez and Cal Raleigh.
• By compiling at least 100 home runs and 100 steals in four seasons, he joined Bobby Bonds and Darryl Strawberry as the only players to reach those totals so early in their careers.
• His performance not only won the game but also pushed Seattle two games clear of Texas in the AL Wild Card standings.