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Julio Rodriguez homers in Mariners game against Phillies, makes team history

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Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Julio Rodriguez homers in Mariners game against Phillies, makes team history
Summary

Julio Rodriguez hit a three-run home run in the first inning for the Seattle Mariners against the Philadelphia Phillies on August 25, 2026. This homer marked Rodriguez's 20th of the season, making him the only player in Mariners history to start his career with five consecutive seasons of at least 20 home runs. The Mariners, looking to improve after a recent loss, entered the game three games out of first place in the American League West. Following Rodriguez’s blast, the Mariners took a 3-1 lead, with Cal Raleigh adding a two-run homer later in the inning, increasing their lead to 5-1.

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  • •Julio Rodriguez hit a three-run homer in the first inning.
  • •Seattle is playing against the Philadelphia Phillies at T-Mobile Park.
  • •Rodriguez is the first Mariner with five seasons of 20+ home runs.
  • •Mariners are three games out of first in the American League West.
  • •Cal Raleigh hit a two-run homer later in the first inning.
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  • 2:34 AMYahoo Sports — Seattle Mariners Star Outfielder Makes Team History With Latest Home Run
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Julio Rodriguez became a club of one in the record books of the Mariners with his homer against the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday.

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