Randy Arozarena Reaches 20/20 Milestone, Mariners Edge Closer to Playoffs
Arozarena's homer sparks controversy but helps Seattle secure key victories in AL wild-card race.
- Randy Arozarena celebrated his fourth consecutive season of achieving 20 homers and 20 stolen bases with a dramatic home run against the Texas Rangers.
- The celebration led to tensions with Rangers catcher Jonah Heim, resulting in Arozarena being hit by a pitch later in the game, though he kept his composure to avoid escalating the situation.
- Arozarena also delivered a walkoff base hit in the bottom of the ninth inning on Saturday, securing a 5-4 victory for the Mariners and boosting their playoff hopes.
- The Mariners have now won three of four games in the series against the Rangers, improving their record to 76-73 and moving them closer in the AL wild-card race.
- Seattle's next series against the Yankees will see Logan Gilbert, Luis Gil, and Bryce Miller as the starting pitchers, as they continue their push for a postseason spot.
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