The Seattle Mariners pulled off a stunning victory against the Houston Astros on Tuesday night, winning 1-0 behind a stellar performance from rookie outfielder Julio Rodriguez. Rodriguez, who was called up from the minor leagues earlier this season, delivered the game-winning RBI single in the bottom of the seventh inning to give the Mariners the win.
The game was a pitcher’s duel, with both teams’ starters throwing seven shutout innings. Seattle starter Marco Gonzales was particularly impressive, allowing just three hits and striking out seven batters in his seven innings of work.
But it was Rodriguez who ultimately made the difference. With two outs and a runner on second base in the bottom of the seventh, Rodriguez lined a single to right field to score the game’s only run. It was his first career game-winning RBI and his first hit since being called up from the minors.
The Mariners have been on a roll lately, winning five of their last six games. They are now just two games behind the Astros in the AL West standings.
Rodriguez’s performance was a major factor in the Mariners’ success. He has been a sparkplug for the team since his call-up, hitting .286 with two home runs and seven RBIs in just 13 games. He has also been a reliable defender in the outfield, making several key plays to help his team win.
The Mariners will look to keep their winning streak alive when they face the Astros again on Wednesday night. It should be another exciting matchup between two of the top teams in the AL West. With Rodriguez continuing to shine, the Mariners have a great chance to keep their momentum going and make a push for the playoffs.
