Seattle Mariners triumph over Tampa Bay Rays with a score of 6-3, as Kyle Seager slams his 45th home run, securing their 7th consecutive victory in Major League Baseball.
Seattle Mariners Extend Winning Streak to 8 Games
The Seattle Mariners continue to impress in the Major League Baseball (MLB) as they currently hold the longest active winning streak in the American League, standing at an impressive 8 games as of August 14, 2025. This is their longest streak this season and matches their best winning stretches in recent years, including two 8-game streaks in August 2023.
The Mariners are in the midst of a crucial period in their playoff push, as they aim to maintain this form and secure a spot in the postseason. As of August 13-14, 2025, they have won 10 of their last 11 games overall and are sitting tied for first in the AL West, while leading the wild card by 1.5 games.
In their recent series against the Tampa Bay Rays, catcher Cal Raleigh was the star of the show. Raleigh hit a staggering 45th home run of the season, the most in the major leagues, in addition to two crucial home runs in the first and third innings of the series. His efforts helped the Mariners secure a 3-0 victory in the series, marking their seventh consecutive win.
However, the series was not without incident, as outfielder Julio Rodríguez was hit by a 97-mph fastball on his elbow in the fourth inning of the first game. Rodríguez paused to kiss his elbow guard after the incident, but was able to continue playing.
Meanwhile, the Rays will face the Oakland Athletics on Monday, with LHP Jeffrey Springs (10-7, 3.89 ERA) starting for the Athletics. The Mariners, on the other hand, will visit the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday, with RHP George Kirby (7-5, 4.04) taking the mound for the Mariners. The opposing starting pitcher for the Orioles will be RHP Dean Kremer (8-8, 4.35).
The Mariners will be hoping to extend their winning streak to 9 games when they face the Orioles, as they look to solidify their position in the playoff race. With their recent form and the strong performances from players like Cal Raleigh and Julio Rodríguez, the Mariners are certainly a team to watch in the coming weeks.
In light of their impressive 8-game winning streak, the Seattle Mariners are eager to extend this form when they face the Baltimore Orioles. This potential ninth win could fortify their position in the playoff race, making them a formidable team to watch in the Major League Baseball (MLB), particularly in Toronto where sports news is closely followed.
