Seattle Rallies In Eighth To Keep Division Title Within Reach

The Seattle Mariners clutched the win against the Colorado Rockies with a 4-3 lead, giving the Mariners the chance to claim their long-awaited division title. Josh Naylor, at the center of it all, brought it back for them.

For most of the game, it seemed it was not going Seattle’s way. The Rockies gained an early lead, keeping the Mariners silent. Through seven innings, Seattle was unable to create enough offensive momentum, managing only three hits. All hope seemed lost until, in the eighth inning. Naylor hit a base-clearing double to put the Mariners on top and secured a spot in the postseason. 

Dan Wilson gave a motivating post-game speech, reminding the team of their long journey and what it has to show for it. The last time the Mariners won the title was 2001 with 116 regular-season wins. With 87 regular-season wins this year, they could repeat history. Wilson’s message emphasized that while this year’s team might not have the same record-shattering dominance as the 2001 squad, they have proven themselves through resilience.  

That resilience, shown in the game, is what the Mariners need for what’s to come. Fans will forever remember the victory in Colorado, but their journey is not finished until the trophy is in their hands. The late-inning comeback was a glimpse of the grit required to be on top in October. 

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Article by Ed Middlecoff