Suárez supplied the late-inning power in the series opener, delivering a crucial homer that underscored Seattle’s fight. He’s a focal point for Seattle’s offense in this rubber game, a player capable of a game-changing moment at any turn.

Suárez delivered Seattle’s lone ninth-inning homer off Diaz, briefly puncturing a Mets shutout and illustrating his veteran power in late-game moments. His homer provided the Mariners with a spark of life late, underscoring the potential for late-inning power in reduced-ownership fantasy contexts and the importance of bullpen resilience.

Suárez delivered a two-run single to cap Seattle’s opening four-run inning, supplying a timely RBI presence in the heart of the order and complementing Raleigh’s homer pace as the club presses toward the postseason.

Suárez returns to Seattle with veteran bat and clubhouse leadership, boosting the middle of the order and left-handed balance. His power and plate discipline add a steady, high-upside contributor who stabilizes the offense and complements Raleigh and Rodríguez in high-leverage runs.

Suárez has slumped in August, posting 3-37 with 1 HR over 10 games, a lingering concern in Seattle’s lineup. Yet his power remains a factor, and in a tight game against a Baltimore staff that can be stretched, Suárez could flip the script with a timely home run or multi-hit night.