The Seattle Mariners were able to pull off a thrilling 9-7 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night thanks to a stellar performance from outfielder Julio Rodriguez. Rodriguez was the star of the show, going 3-for-4 with two home runs and four RBIs.
The Mariners got off to a great start in the first inning when Rodriguez hit a solo home run to give the team an early 1-0 lead. They then added two more runs in the second inning to take a 3-0 lead. The Angels responded with four runs in the third inning to take a 4-3 lead, but the Mariners were able to regain the lead in the fourth inning when Rodriguez hit his second home run of the night, a two-run shot that put the Mariners up 5-4.
The Angels tied the game up in the sixth inning, but the Mariners were able to retake the lead in the seventh inning when Rodriguez drove in two more runs with a single. The Mariners then added two more runs in the eighth inning to take a 9-5 lead. The Angels scored two more runs in the ninth inning, but it wasn’t enough as the Mariners held on for the 9-7 victory.
Rodriguez’s three-hit performance was key for the Mariners, as it helped them secure their fourth consecutive win. He finished the night with two home runs, four RBIs, and three runs scored. His performance was a key factor in helping the Mariners secure the victory and move into first place in the American League West.
The Mariners will look to keep their winning streak alive as they take on the Angels again tomorrow night. With Rodriguez continuing to swing a hot bat, the Mariners will be looking to continue their winning ways and secure another victory.
