Mariners 7 - Twins 6 (8/2/2026): Raleigh's Homer Ignites Seattle Victory

The Seattle Mariners pulled off a narrow 7-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins at T-Mobile Park. The win brings the Mariners to a record of 54-58, while the Twins slip to an even 56-56.

Under the sweltering 100-degree weather, the Mariners took control early with two runs in the first inning. The Twins were held scoreless through the first seven innings, thanks to strong pitching from Mariners starter George Kirby.

Mariners' Persistent Offense

Seattle's bats stayed active, adding a run in the sixth inning to increase their lead to 3-0. The Mariners' offense exploded in the seventh with three more runs, taking a commanding 6-0 lead.

Cal Raleigh played a pivotal role for the Mariners, launching a crucial home run to drive in three runs. With ten hits by the end of the sixth inning, the Mariners' bats were relentless.

In the eighth, Andrés Muñoz secured the win for the Mariners despite a late rally by the Twins. Muñoz now holds a 4-4 record with a 3.86 ERA.

Twins' Late Surge

The Twins finally broke through in the eighth inning, scoring five runs to significantly cut the Mariners' lead. Royce Lewis was instrumental in the comeback attempt, hitting a three-run homer to bring the Twins within one.

Despite their late-game heroics, the Twins fell short, managing only one more run in the ninth inning. Trevor Larnach contributed with a two-run home run, his efforts exemplifying the Twins' fighting spirit.

Yoendrys Gómez took the loss for the Twins, his first of the season, now standing with a 2-1 record and a 3.26 ERA. The Twins' bullpen struggled to contain the Mariners, allowing four runs over the final three innings.

Pitching Performances

For the Mariners, George Kirby delivered a strong performance on the mound, pitching seven scoreless innings. Kirby allowed only five hits and struck out three, maintaining control throughout his appearance.

The Mariners' bullpen faced some challenges, as Eduard Bazardo and José Ferrer allowed five runs in a span of two-thirds of an inning. However, Muñoz managed to close the game effectively despite the late pressure.

Taj Bradley started for the Twins, delivering six innings with three earned runs on seven hits. His early exit opened the door for Seattle's offensive push against the bullpen.

Overall, the Mariners displayed resilience, holding off a determined Twins lineup in a tightly contested game. With the victory, the Mariners remain in third place in the AL West, while the Twins maintain their position in the AL Central standings.

Next, the Mariners will host the Detroit Tigers for a three-game home series starting August 4, while the Twins will travel to face the Kansas City Royals. Both teams will look to build on their respective outcomes in their upcoming matchups.