Mariners Fans? You NEED to See Julio Rodriguez's 13th Homer and Those Back-to-Back Wins!
Emerald City, can we just talk for a second about what just went down at T-Mobile Park?! I'm still buzzing, folks! Our Seattle Mariners aren't just winning, they're pulling off pure magic, and the energy is absolutely electric. We just witnessed back-to-back walk-off wins that had us all losing our minds, and as if that wasn't enough, Julio Rodriguez just blasted his THIRTEENTH homer of the season! Seriously, what a week for our M's!
Mariners Are Heating Up, Early!
You can feel it in the air, right? The T-Mobile faithful have been treated to some incredible baseball, with our Mariners refusing to quit. Those back-to-back walk-off wins? That's the kind of gritty, never-say-die attitude that defines this squad. And then there’s J-Rod. Thirteen dingers already? That’s not just good, that’s flat-out phenomenal for this stage of the season. He's got that undeniable swagger, and every time he steps up to the plate, you just know something special could happen. While other teams like the Dodgers are sitting pretty at 39-22, and the Yankees at 36-24, our M's are proving they belong in the conversation, making noise and piling up those crucial early victories. We even saw the Padres DFA Nick Castellanos recently, which just goes to show you how quickly things can change around the league, but our guys are staying focused and delivering clutch performances.
🎲 Want to Make Tonight's Game More Interesting?
Kalshi lets you trade on real sports outcomes — not just spreads. It's the only federally regulated prediction market in the US, and it's available right here in Washington state.
New users get a FREE $10 just for signing up — no deposit required to claim it.
👉 Claim Your Free $10 at KalshiA Rough Patch for the Storm
Alright, let's keep it real. While the Mariners are soaring, it's been a tough stretch for our Seattle Storm. We saw them go up against the Wings, and unfortunately, it wasn't our night, not once, but twice. The Wings crushed our Storm in one matchup, and then stayed hot in another victory against us. It stings, no doubt about it. You always want to see our teams dominate, but every squad hits a rough patch. We know the talent is there, and our players fight hard. This early season is about finding that rhythm and making adjustments, so we'll be here, screaming our lungs out for them, no matter what.
Looking Ahead for Our Emerald City Squads
It's still early in the regular season across the board, and our Seattle teams are just getting started. For the Seahawks, we've got our eyes on quarterback Sam Darnold, and our receiving corps with Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Rashid Shaheed, and Cooper Kupp. Kupp's name is still making headlines, even if it's just for a text to Aaron Donald, showing he's always in the mix. Coach Mike Macdonald and OC Brian Fleury are getting the squad ready, and we're ready for more Lumen Field magic. Our Kraken, with leaders like Matty Beniers, Jordan Eberle, and our rock in net, Joey Daccord, are pushing hard. And for the Sounders, it's always great to see Cristian Roldan getting that USMNT call-up. This city bleeds green and blue, and no matter the sport, we're with our teams every step of the way.
🐦 What fans are saying on X
See the latest reactions and highlights from Seattle fans about Padres DFA.
View X conversation →DFS Pick'em
⚡ DraftKings Pick 6: Deposit $5, Get $25 in Bonus Instantly + Up to 100% Winning Boost
Use code ONTAP to lock in this offer.
👉 Get your $25 DraftKings Pick 6 bonusSponsored. Must be 18+. Terms apply.
This article was created with AI assistance and reviewed by Seattle On Tap editorial staff. Always verify information with official team sources.