Cal Raleigh delivered MLB-leading power, belting his 44th homer as Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 7-4 and stretched its winning streak to six—the longest in the American League. Raleigh’s three-run shot in the third capped a crucial swing after YOUNG’s earlier walk set the table for a bullpen-night that held the Rays to five hits. Julio Rodríguez supplied a two-homer night, including a 436-foot blast in the first, lifting Seattle’s offense and keeping the club within a half-game of Houston in the AL West. The victory capped a standout performance from the offense while Seattle’s pitching, though imperfect, managed the late innings to preserve the win.
The key moment came when Brandon Lowe started the Rays’ scoring with a homer, and Junior Caminero later added a three-run shot, but Seattle answered repeatedly. Rodríguez’s power complemented Raleigh’s season-long onslaught, as the Mariners kept pressuring opponents while their bullpen closed out the final frames. J.P. Crawford even showcased a marathon 17-pitch at-bat against Mason Englert that underscored Seattle’s resilience and depth.
Up next, Seattle hopes to keep the momentum as it chases within striking distance of the division lead; Tampa Bay will look to rebound as the two teams finish their series. Fantasy note: Raleigh’s 44 HR pace makes him an anchor at catcher, while Rodríguez remains a cornerstone contributor with multi-homer upside.
