The Seattle Mariners put an end to their three-game losing streak in dramatic fashion on Tuesday night, defeating the Cincinnati Reds 5-3 thanks to three home runs.
The Mariners got off to a quick start, as Mitch Haniger hit a solo home run in the first inning to give them a 1-0 lead. The Reds responded in the third inning with a two-run home run from Eugenio Suarez, but the Mariners answered right back in the bottom of the inning with a two-run shot from Domingo Santana.
The score remained tied at 2-2 until the sixth inning, when Kyle Seager hit a solo home run to give the Mariners a 3-2 lead. The Reds tied it up in the seventh inning, but the Mariners responded with two runs in the bottom of the inning, both coming on a two-run home run from Jay Bruce.
The Mariners bullpen held strong in the final two innings, and the team was able to secure the 5-3 victory. It was a much-needed win for the Mariners, who had been struggling recently and had dropped three straight games prior to Tuesday night’s win.
The win was also a big one for the Mariners offense, which had been struggling to produce runs in recent games. The three home runs gave the team a much-needed boost, and it was encouraging to see the team’s bats come alive in such a big way.
Overall, it was a great night for the Mariners, who were able to end their three-game losing streak and get back on track with a big win over the Reds. With the win, the Mariners improved to 11-11 on the season and will look to keep their momentum going as they continue their road trip.
