On Saturday, the Seattle Mariners lost to the Chicago Cubs in extra innings after a thrilling ninth inning home run by Jarred Kelenic. The Mariners were down by two runs going into the ninth inning, but Kelenic’s two-run blast tied the game and sent it into extra innings.
Kelenic, the Mariners’ top prospect, had been called up from the minor leagues earlier in the week. He made an immediate impact with his first career home run in the ninth inning. The blast was a no-doubter that cleared the left-field fence and tied the game at four runs apiece.
The Mariners had a chance to win the game in the tenth inning, but they were unable to capitalize on their opportunities. The Cubs scored two runs in the bottom of the tenth to take the lead and eventually win the game.
The loss was a tough one for the Mariners, but it was a great debut for Kelenic. He showed off his power and his ability to come through in clutch situations with his ninth-inning home run. He also showed off his speed on the basepaths with a stolen base earlier in the game.
Kelenic’s performance was a bright spot in an otherwise disappointing game for the Mariners. They will look to bounce back in their next game against the Cubs on Sunday.
Overall, it was an exciting game between two teams that are both fighting for playoff spots. Kelenic’s home run was a highlight, and it will be something that Mariners fans will remember for a long time.
