The Seattle Mariners kept their postseason hopes alive with a big win over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night. Led by J.P. Crawford’s performance, the Mariners were able to come away with a 5-3 victory.
Crawford had a big night for the Mariners, going 3-for-4 with two RBIs and a run scored. He also made some key defensive plays, including a diving catch in the sixth inning that ended a Rangers rally. His efforts helped the Mariners take a 4-2 lead into the ninth inning, which they would not relinquish.
The Mariners also got some key contributions from other players. Dee Gordon had two hits and an RBI, while Kyle Seager and Ryon Healy each drove in a run. The bullpen was also solid, as Roenis Elias, Nick Vincent, and Edwin Diaz combined to pitch four scoreless innings.
The win was a much-needed one for the Mariners, who are still in the hunt for an American League Wild Card spot. They are currently two games behind the Oakland Athletics for the second Wild Card spot, and they have just nine games left to make up the difference.
The Mariners will need more performances like Crawford’s if they want to make it to the postseason. He has been a key contributor all season, and his performance against the Rangers was another example of why he is so important to this team. With just nine games left in the regular season, every game is important for the Mariners, and they will need Crawford to continue to produce if they want to make it to October.
