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State of the Mariners – September 9th, 2024
With just a month left in the 2024 MLB regular season, Circling Seattle Sports writer Brittany Wisner takes a look at the state of the Seattle Mariners so far this season: where the teams hitting and pitching sits, what the trends are, and what you can expect coming up.
Sun Sets in California: Mariners lose series to Angels, dimming postseason hopes to a weak flicker
Coming off a winning homestand against the San Francisco Giants and Tampa Bay Rays, the Seattle Mariners headed into a ten-game road trip with hopes to carry momentum and make up lost ground against the Houston Astros for the top spot in the AL West. A disaster series in Anaheim against the Angels has changed plans, and now the Mariners seem doomed for their postseason hopes.
Rock the ballpark: Luis Castillo rock solid as Mariners take series over Angels
With a strong performance from the pitching staff and just enough offense against a very game Los Angeles Angels team, the Seattle Mariners completed the series win with a 3-2 victory on Wednesday. A tight win and some good vibes may just have Seattle back on track after a rough road trip to begin September.
Mariners Woo their way to victory, shutout Angels 8-0 to even series
The Seattle Mariners bounced back in big fashion in their game two victory over the Los Angeles, evening the series and pushing themselves back into the third Wild Card spot in the American League. Bryan Woo was stellar on the mound, and the Seattle bats were hot from the start.
September struggles continue: Mariners open homestand frustrating to defeat, fall out of playoffs with loss to Angels
The struggles in the month of September continue for the Seattle Mariners, who dropped their series opener to the Los Angeles Angels. Julio made history, things started out strong, but the Mariners offense didn't score from innings 2-9 and ultimately fell in extras to Los Angeles.
Mariners offense continues to surge despite Castillo’s rough outing, beating Angels 9-7
The Mariners won an absolute slugfest against the Los Angeles Angels in game two of their series down in Anaheim, despite their ace Luis Castillo struggling in his outing as he had one of his worst outings run-wise.
Mariners win thriller against Angels, 5-3, behind Marlowe’s first career Grand Slam
The Seattle Mariners began an important series on the road against their divisional rival in dramatic fashion, as Cade Marlowe's first career grand slam in the top of the 9th stole a win from the Los Angeles Angels.
Mariners homestand highs and lows - Opening homestand
The Seattle Mariners first homestand of the year didn’t go the way that many hoped it would start, but there were positives to take from the teams 2-5 record over the first 7 games of the season. Here’s a brief look at what happened in those first two series, against Cleveland and Los Angeles (AL)
Mariners comeback attempt falls short in matinee loss to Angels
The Seattle Mariners ended their Opening homestand with a loss to the Los Angeles Angels as their comeback attempt fell a run short. The Mariners dropped the series to the Angels, and will now head out on the road for a 6-game trip
Finally, Mariners bats find some traction as they beat Angels in 11-2 rout
They finally did it, the Seattle Mariners finally found some offensive rhythm. That rhythm sounded a lot like Teoscar Hernandez and AJ Pollock both clobbering two homers a piece en route to a 11-2 Mariners win over the Angels.
Seattle’s offense again finds traction early, but again can’t sustain it while pitching and defense continue to struggle
The Seattle Mariners would drop their fourth straight game, opening up their three-game slate with the Los Angeles Angels the wrong way, thanks again due to defensive issues, pitching woes, and a lack of sustained offensive attack. There are issues a plenty, but the Mariners aren’t panicking just yet.
Jesse Winker’s grand slam gives Mariners a Sunday win and series split against Angels
The Seattle Mariners were able to get a series split against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim thanks in large part to Jesse Winkers grand slam.
Mariners dominated in game two loss to Angels in August 6th doubleheader
In game two of their August 6th doubleheaders, our Mariners fell in a brutal game to the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in a blowout.
Mariners late rally not enough, falling to the Angels 4-3
In game one of four, the Seattle Mariners lost despite a late comeback to the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Seattle failed to score any runs until the 9th inning
Slumping Mariners bats stay quiet, only manage two hits in 4-0 loss to Angels
The struggling Mariners fell to the Angels for the fourth time in five games. Seattle is looking for answers considering their issues.
Mariners get shut out in game two of double header against Angels
The Seattle Mariners fell to the Los Angeles Angels in game two of their doubleheaders. Seattle has now lost three games of the series (5)
Steelheads drop game one of doubleheader against the Angels
The Seattle Steelheads fell to the Anaheim Angels in game one of their June 18th doubleheader. Mike Trout hit a two run homer in the 10th
Mariners get a dominant win against Angels on Star Wars night
The Seattle Mariners took game two of their series against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in a blowout. Robbie Ray had a great outing.
Ohtani holds Mariners in check, Trout homers twice as Seattle loses 4-1
The Seattle Mariners fell to the Anaheim Angels, 4-1, behind big performances from Mike Trout and Shohei Ohtani.
