Mariners' free-fall continues as Rangers take series and control of AL West
The Texas Rangers have seized control of the AL West following a series win over a struggling Seattle Mariners team.
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The Texas Rangers defeated the Seattle Mariners 7-3, securing a key series victory. In the game, the Rangers hit four home runs, including two by Joc Pederson.
Coverage from MLB.com and 10TV emphasizes the Rangers' power display, which broke through Kirby's previously established dominance. The Seattle Times describes the Mariners' current situation as a "free-fall." According to Lone Star Ball, the Rangers' record stands at 54-52.
Future developments depend on whether the Mariners can stop their slide while the Rangers maintain their lead in the AL West.
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Quick answers
What was the final score of the game?
The Rangers won 7-3.
Who hit home runs for the Rangers?
Joc Pederson hit two of the team's four home runs.
What is the Rangers' current record?
The Rangers are 54-52.
Coverage (8)
- Rangers 7-3 Mariners (Jul 27, 2026) Game Recap ESPN · 1h ago
- Rangers batter George Kirby with 4 homers in 7-3 win over Mariners, increase AL West lead to 2.5 games Yahoo Sports · 1h ago
- Texas bangs, Mariners whimper, lose 7-3 Lookout Landing · 3h ago
- Mariners drop series to Rangers after George Kirby rocked by four home runs KOMO · 3h ago
- Joc Pederson hits first 2 of Rangers' 4 homers in 7-3 win over Mariners to take key AL West series 10TV · 3h ago
- 54-52 Lone Star Ball · 3h ago
- Rangers' power display breaks through Kirby's previously established dominance MLB.com · 3h ago
- Mariners' free-fall continues as Rangers take series and control of AL West The Seattle Times · 3h ago broke it first
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