Seattle Mariners secure series win over Philadelphia Phillies in 4-1 game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 5:19 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
The Seattle Mariners defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 on Tuesday at T-Mobile Park, marking their second consecutive series win against a National League opponent. Starting pitcher George Kirby delivered a strong performance, striking out nine batters and allowing one earned run over 7.2 innings. After a 1-1 tie, the Mariners surged ahead with a two-run inning in the seventh, highlighted by a two-RBI single from Dominic Canzone. The victory improves the Mariners' record to 64-69, positioning them 2.5 games behind both the American League West leaders and the wild card spot.
- •George Kirby pitched 7.2 innings with nine strikeouts and one earned run.
- •Cal Raleigh hit a home run to tie the game at 1-1 in the second inning.
- •Mariners scored three runs in the later innings to secure the victory.
- •Seattle improves to 64-69 and trails the division and wild card by 2.5 games.
- •Next game could lead to a series sweep against the Phillies.
- 5:19 AMYahoo Sports — Seattle Mariners Clinch Second-Straight Series Win With 4-1 Victory Over Philadelphia Phillies
"The Mariners put together timely hitting to reward a stellar night from starting pitcher George Kirby.
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