Mariners fall to Reds 5-3 amid late-game struggles

The Seattle Mariners lost 5-3 to the Cincinnati Reds on July 22 at T-Mobile Park. A decisive three-run homer by Sal Stewart in the seventh inning turned the tide for Cincinnati. The Mariners had previously taken a 3-2 lead, but defensive mistakes and inconsistent pitching allowed the Reds to score three unanswered runs. This loss marks a setback for the Mariners as they slip below.500, putting additional pressure on their upcoming series against the Texas Rangers.

• 12:03 AMYahoo Sports — Mariners lose a backbreaker, 5-3