Mariners Sail Past Reds with Commanding 5-1 Victory at T-Mobile Park

The Seattle Mariners and the Cincinnati Reds both entered the game with a record of 9-9, but it was the Mariners who emerged victorious, improving their record to 10-9 while sending the Reds to a 9-10 standing. The final score reflected the Mariners' offensive edge, ending at 5-1 in favor of the home team.

The Mariners showcased their batting strength by accumulating seven hits throughout the game. Their scoring began in earnest during the second inning when they put up one run on two hits. The sixth inning saw another run added to their tally, but it was in the seventh inning that they truly broke away from their opponents with three runs on two hits. This surge solidified their lead and set them on course for victory.

Offensively, Seattle's hitters displayed remarkable discipline at the plate, drawing seven walks and achieving an on-base percentage (OBP) of .368. Their slugging percentage (SLG) stood out at .645, thanks to an impressive display of power that included six extra-base hits and three home runs. These long balls contributed significantly to their five runs batted in (RBI). Clutch hitting also played a role as three RBIs were recorded with two outs.

Seattle's pitching staff complemented their hitters' efforts by delivering a strong performance on the mound. Starter Bryce Miller earned his third win of the season while maintaining an earned run average (ERA) of just 1.0 across nine innings pitched. The bullpen held firm as well, with Trent Thornton securing his second hold without allowing any runs during his time on duty.

Defensively, Seattle was flawless; they did not commit any errors and maintained a perfect fielding percentage (FPCT) throughout nine innings of play.

Looking ahead after this convincing win over Cincinnati Reds, Seattle Mariners fans can mark their calendars for April 21st when their team will face off against Colorado Rockies at Coors Field in Denver. This upcoming contest is scheduled for midnight Eastern Time and will be broadcasted live on ROOT Sports NW for fans eager to follow every pitch and play as it unfolds.