Rodríguez homers and Mariners extend winning streak to 8 games by beating AL-best Orioles 9-2

Rodríguez homers and Mariners extend winning streak to 8 games by beating AL-best Orioles 9-2

SEATTLE (AP) — Julio Rodríguez hit a three-run homer and the Seattle Mariners won their eighth straight game Friday night as Luis Castillo and three relievers combined on a four-hitter in a 9-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles. Cal Raleigh launched an early two-run shot and Ty France also went deep for the Mariners, who … Read more

Alvarez hits 3-run homer after Syndergaard exits with injury as Astros beat Guardians 7-3

Alvarez hits 3-run homer after Syndergaard exits with injury as Astros beat Guardians 7-3

HOUSTON (AP) — Yordan Alvarez hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning to put Houston on top after Noah Syndergaard exited his Cleveland debut with an injury, and the Astros beat the Guardians 7-3 on Monday night. J.P. France pitched seven strong innings for Houston, which moved within a half-game of idle AL West-leading … Read more