mariners Edge Angels 7-6, Crawford‘s Clutch Performance Secures Victory
SEATTLE, WA – September 11, 2025 – A late rally fueled by Kyle Crawford’s three-RBI double propelled the Seattle Mariners to a 7-6 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday night, bolstering their playoff contention. The win, secured at T-Mobile Park, marked a crucial step for the Mariners as they navigate a tight race in the AL West.
The Mariners’ triumph wasn’t simply about securing a win; it underscored their dominance at home and highlighted the growing importance of late-game execution. While both teams demonstrated offensive firepower, Seattle’s bullpen proved pivotal in preserving a narrow lead and ultimately sealing the outcome. the Angels,despite a spirited comeback attempt led by Mike Trout and Luis Rengifo,fell short of completing the reversal.
José Castillo earned the win for Seattle, navigating a challenging outing where he allowed two hits but limited the damage, protecting a one-run Mariners advantage.The Mariners bullpen, featuring strong performances from Eduard Bazardo and Andrés Muñoz, effectively shut down the Angels’ offense in the later innings. Bazardo recorded two strikeouts in 1.33 innings without allowing a hit,while Muñoz closed the ninth with two strikeouts,securing the victory.
The Angels’ offense saw key contributions from Trout, who drove in a run and scored another, and Rengifo, who added an RBI. however, the team couldn’t overcome an early deficit and struggled to contain the Mariners’ late-game surge. Sammy Peralta took the loss for the Angels, conceding three runs in 1.33 innings, hampered by control issues and three walks.
Seattle starter bryce Miller pitched 5.67 innings, allowing four runs on six hits while striking out eleven. Despite yielding two home runs, Miller’s ability to generate strikeouts kept the Angels’ offense in check for much of the game.
With the win,the Mariners improved their record to 44-27 at home and moved to within zero games of the division lead in the AL West. The Angels, meanwhile, dropped to 32-39 on the road and now trail the division leader by nine games, facing increasingly challenging odds in their playoff pursuit.
Both teams will continue their series at T-Mobile Park, with the Mariners aiming to build on their momentum and the Angels seeking to rebound and salvage the remaining games.
