Julio Rodríguez Powers Mariners Past Braves with Two Home Runs, Cal Raleigh Slugs 52nd in Dominant 10-2 Win

Saturday, September 6th, 2025

Seattle Mariners Dominate Atlanta Braves with Home Run Barrage

The Seattle Mariners showcased their power at the plate with a striking 10-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves, highlighted by five home runs during Saturday night's MLB clash in Atlanta.

Julio Rodríguez Shines with Two Home Runs

Julio Rodríguez led the charge, going 3-for-4 with four RBI, and notching his third multihomer game of the season. With this performance, Rodríguez secured the seventh multihomer game of his career and fueled the Mariners’ offensive outburst.

Cal Raleigh Sets Major League Record

Cal Raleigh continued his standout season by launching his 52nd home run of the year, confirming his position as MLB’s home run leader. Notably, Raleigh’s 42nd homer as a catcher ties Javy Lopez’s 2003 milestone for most home runs in a single season while playing that position.

Eugenio Suárez Continues Hot Streak Against Atlanta

Eugenio Suárez contributed to the Mariners’ long-ball clinic, homering off Braves reliever Daysbel Hernández. Suárez has been especially impactful against Atlanta this season, boasting an impressive .379 average (11-for-29), eight RBI, five walks, and five home runs against the Braves.

Solid Starting Pitching

Seattle starter Bryce Miller threw 5 1/3 innings, allowing two runs on five hits, striking out six and walking two. Gabe Speier (3-3) contributed 2/3 scoreless innings in relief. For the Braves, rookie Hurston Waldrep experienced his toughest outing of the season, surrendering multiple runs for the first time in six starts—two runs on two hits with five walks and five strikeouts over five innings.

Key Moment

After Waldrep exited the game following a 91-pitch effort over five innings, Seattle’s offense erupted. The Mariners scored seven runs on eight hits off three Atlanta relievers in the seventh and eighth innings, breaking the game wide open.

Upcoming Game

The series finale will feature Mariners right-hander Luis Castillo (4-5, 5.71 ERA) facing off against Braves right-hander Spencer Strider (5-12, 4.97 ERA) on Sunday.

In summary

The Seattle Mariners broke out of a recent slump with a commanding 10-2 win over the Atlanta Braves, powered by standout performances from Julio Rodríguez, Cal Raleigh, and Eugenio Suárez. The team's barrage of five home runs and a late-game offensive surge highlighted the Mariners’ push to maintain their position in the AL wild-card race. Strong pitching and record-setting achievements made this MLB matchup a notable victory for Seattle as they prepare for the series finale.

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