Mariners defeat Red Sox 9-6 as late Boston rally falls short

The Seattle Mariners secured a 9-6 victory over the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on Tuesday night. Seattle built an early advantage behind a three-run home run from Randy Arozarena and consistent scoring that led to a 9-1 lead by the fifth inning. Boston rookie starter Jedixson Paez struggled through 3 2/3 innings, allowing eight earned runs on 10 hits before his exit. The Red Sox offense attempted a late comeback in the ninth inning, scoring four runs behind a home run from Jahmai Jones and an Eli White RBI single. The rally ended when Wilyer Abreu struck out with the tying run at the plate. The loss moves Boston to a 75-64 record and levels the current three-game series.

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