Mariners Keep Playoff Hopes Alive with 8-1 Victory Over Astros

Seattle capitalizes on Houston's errors to stay in the AL Wild Card race, needing a sweep of the A's to have a chance.

The Mariners rallied from a 1-0 deficit, scoring eight runs aided by five Astros errors, including four by rookie third baseman Shay Whitcomb.
Justin Turner's two-run single in the sixth inning gave Seattle its first lead, extending his on-base streak to 20 games.
Mitch Garver and Julio Rodríguez added home runs in the seventh and ninth innings, respectively, to secure the win.
George Kirby pitched six strong innings, allowing just one run on four hits, earning his 14th victory of the season.
The Mariners must sweep the Oakland A's in their final series and hope that the Tigers, Royals, and Twins lose their remaining games to clinch a Wild Card spot.