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Angels Part Ways with Manager Ron Washington After Last-Place Finishes
sports4 months ago

Angels Part Ways with Manager Ron Washington After Last-Place Finishes

The Los Angeles Angels have parted ways with manager Ron Washington after consecutive last-place finishes in the AL West, with interim manager Ray Montgomery also out. Washington, who had health issues earlier in the season, was hired in 2024 and led the team to poor records, continuing a long playoff drought for the franchise. The team plans to go in a different direction in 2026, with the next manager tasked with rebuilding a struggling franchise that has not made the postseason since 2014.

Mariners clinch AL West with series sweep and key home run
sports5 months ago

Mariners clinch AL West with series sweep and key home run

The Seattle Mariners significantly improved their playoff prospects by sweeping the Houston Astros, reducing their magic number to 3 to clinch the AL West title and securing a strong position for a playoff berth and potential homefield advantage in the ALDS. The Mariners' recent performance and standings tighten their grip on the second seed in the AL, while the Astros are now out of playoff contention.

Cal Raleigh Sets Mariners Home Run Record with 57th Homer
sports5 months ago

Cal Raleigh Sets Mariners Home Run Record with 57th Homer

Cal Raleigh set a Seattle record with his 57th home run, leading the Mariners to a 6-4 victory over the Astros, which strengthened their lead in the AL West. George Kirby pitched six scoreless innings, and the Mariners secured the season series. Houston's playoff hopes are still alive, but they faced setbacks including key ejections and missed scoring opportunities. The Mariners continue their strong run, holding the second seed in the AL playoffs.

Mariners Take AL West Lead Amid Woo Injury Concerns
sports5 months ago

Mariners Take AL West Lead Amid Woo Injury Concerns

The Seattle Mariners moved into first place in the AL West with a 4-0 shutout win over the Astros, highlighted by strong pitching from Bryan Woo and key home runs from Julio Rodríguez, Eugenio Suárez, Victor Robles, and Josh Naylor. The victory enhances their playoff prospects, including a likely first-round bye and home field advantage, demonstrating their dominance and readiness for the postseason.

Cal Raleigh Sets Historic Home Run Record for Mariners
sports5 months ago

Cal Raleigh Sets Historic Home Run Record for Mariners

Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners set a new record for most home runs in a season by a switch-hitter with 55 and tied the franchise record with 56, contributing to the team's 10th straight win and their push towards the playoffs. Raleigh's achievements have garnered comparisons to legends like Mickey Mantle and Ken Griffey Jr., and he remains humble despite his historic season.

Astros' Yordan Alvarez sidelined indefinitely with significant ankle sprain
sports5 months ago

Astros' Yordan Alvarez sidelined indefinitely with significant ankle sprain

Houston Astros' Yordan Alvarez is out indefinitely due to a significant ankle sprain, a blow to their playoff hopes as they fight for a postseason spot with less than two weeks remaining in the season. Alvarez was injured after scoring in a game against the Texas Rangers, and his absence complicates the Astros' pursuit of the AL West title and wild card position. The team is uncertain about his return timeline but remains optimistic about their depth.