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Cal Raleigh #29 of the Seattle Mariners prepares to bat in the first inning, in front of the backdrop of the CN Tower.

Everything’s Coming Up Mariners

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Jorge Polanco of the Seattle Mariners celebrates after hitting a solo home run against the Detroit Tigers during the fourth inning in game two of the Division Series at T-Mobile Park on October 5, 2025 in Seattle.

The Mariners Are Not Going To Give Up On October Without A Fight

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Minnesota Twins second baseman Luis Arraez fails to handle the throw from shortstop Jorge Polanco

Perhaps The Twins Are Cursed To Lose Playoff Games Forever

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