Josh Naylor and Cole Young create playful butt slide during Mariners game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 7:01 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026

During a game against the Houston Astros, Josh Naylor and Cole Young unintentionally executed a humorous play, dubbed a 'butt slide.' In the second inning, after Víctor Robles hit a triple, both players attempted to score. Naylor's misjudgment at home plate led Young to slide through Naylor's legs to avoid a collision, allowing both to score. The Mariners are currently five games behind the AL West leaders. While the incident provided levity amid a disappointing season, it showcases the need for the team to elevate its performance.
- •Mariners trail the Astros in the AL West standings.
- •Naylor and Young's play led to both scoring runs.
- •The butt slide occurred during the team's 10-5 win.
- •Cal Raleigh's performance has declined this season.
- •Naylor is currently 13th in MLB for steals.
- 7:01 PMYahoo Sports — Josh Naylor and Cole Young inadvertently created a new 'butt slide' for Mariners
"A "butt slide" is never intentional but is still always hilarious.
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