Andujar Blasts Two HRs as A's Edge Mariners 5-4

Thursday, July 31st, 2025

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- The Athletics defeated the Seattle Mariners 5-4 in a crucial MLB matchup. Miguel Andujar led the charge for the A's with two home runs, while Jeffrey Springs delivered a strong performance on the mound, pitching six solid innings.

Brent Rooker and Darell Hernaiz also contributed with solo home runs for the Athletics, who have now secured six wins in their last seven games, showcasing a strong performance streak.

Springs (10-7) was credited with the win, allowing just one run on two hits, walking one, and striking out seven. Jack Perkins closed out the game, pitching two innings and surrendering one hit, a solo homer by Randy Arozarena in the ninth, to earn his third save of the season.

Andujar, in his 433rd major league appearance, achieved his first multihomer game. He launched his first home run off Mariners starter Bryan Woo (8-6) in the fourth inning, extending the A's lead to 3-1. His second blast, a leadoff shot over the left field wall in the seventh, pushed the score to 5-3.

Hernaiz added his solo shot in the fifth inning, further solidifying the Athletics' lead.

For the Mariners, Julio Rodríguez hit a solo home run in the first inning, and Jorge Polanco added a two-run homer in the seventh, contributing to their four-run total.

Key Moment

The Athletics seized an early lead in the first inning when Brent Rooker hit a two-out solo homer. Following Rooker's blast, Shea Langeliers singled, stole second base, and then scored on a double by Tyler Soderstrom, giving the Athletics a 2-1 advantage.

Key Stat

After this game, the Athletics' season total for home runs allowed climbed to 161, which is the most in MLB. The team is currently on pace to give up 236 long balls this season, potentially surpassing the club's single-season record of 220 home runs allowed, set by the 1964 Kansas City A’s.

Up Next

The Seattle Mariners are set to begin a four-game series against Texas. Starting pitcher details for both teams were not immediately announced. The Athletics will also start a four-game series, facing Arizona, with Merrill Kelly (9-6, 3.22 ERA) scheduled to pitch for the Diamondbacks. The Athletics' starting pitcher for the series opener is yet to be determined.

In summary

The Oakland Athletics secured a 5-4 victory over the Seattle Mariners, highlighted by a two-home run performance from Miguel Andujar and six strong innings from pitcher Jeffrey Springs. Additional home runs from Brent Rooker and Darell Hernaiz contributed to the A's offensive output, extending their recent winning streak to six of seven games. Despite home runs from Julio Rodríguez, Jorge Polanco, and Randy Arozarena for the Mariners, the Athletics maintained their lead. The game also underscored a notable defensive challenge for the A's, as their season total for home runs allowed reached a league-high of 161, putting them on pace to set a new franchise record. Both teams are now looking ahead to their next series, with the Mariners facing Texas and the Athletics playing Arizona.

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