Mariners rally in 10th vs Yankees

Mariners Rally in 10th to Stun Yankees in Bronx Thriller

In a dramatic extra innings showdown at Yankee Stadium, the Seattle Mariners staged a stunning 10th inning rally to defeat the New York Yankees 6 5, capping off one of their most thrilling wins of the season. What began as a tense pitcher’s duel morphed into a late night rollercoaster of momentum swings, clutch at bats, and high pressure moments with the Mariners ultimately walking away victorious in the Bronx.

The Yankees appeared poised to claim a narrow win after holding a 5 3 lead heading into the top of the 10th inning, buoyed by a strong bullpen performance and a two run homer from Giancarlo Stanton earlier in the eighth. But Seattle had other plans. With one out and the automatic runner on second, Ty France sparked the comeback with a sharp RBI single off Yankees reliever Clay Holmes, cutting the deficit to 5 4. Then, after a walk to Julio Rodríguez and a bloop single by Cal Raleigh, the bases were loaded with one out.

That’s when designated hitter Mitch Garver delivered the decisive blow a two run double into the left center gap that cleared the bases and gave the Mariners a 6 5 lead. The clutch hit silenced the Yankee Stadium crowd and shifted the pressure squarely onto the home team. Seattle’s bullpen, which had struggled early in the season, held firm in the bottom of the 10th as Andrés Muñoz retired the heart of New York’s lineup to seal the win and earn his 12th save.

For the Mariners, the victory was more than just a win it was a statement. Coming off a disappointing road stretch and facing one of the American League’s top teams, Seattle showed grit, resilience, and timely offense. Manager Scott Servais praised the team’s fight postgame “We didn’t back down. That’s the kind of baseball we need to play aggressive, smart, and fearless in big moments.”

Julio Rodríguez, who went 2 for 4 with a walk and a stolen base, continued to show signs of breaking out of his early season slump. His plate discipline and baserunning in the 10th were instrumental in creating the game winning opportunity. Cal Raleigh also had a multi hit night and remains one of Seattle’s most consistent offensive contributors behind the plate.

Meanwhile, the Yankees were left to rue missed opportunities. Despite a solid outing from starter Carlos Rodón, who pitched six innings of one run ball, the bullpen failed to hold the lead. Manager Aaron Boone noted the team’s inability to execute with runners in scoring position, as they stranded nine baserunners over the course of the game. “We had chances to put them away. Credit to them for staying alive and taking advantage when it mattered,” Boone said.

The loss was particularly frustrating for the Yankees, who are in the thick of the AL East race and have relied heavily on their bullpen all season. Clay Holmes, who had been dominant in previous outings, took the loss and was visibly frustrated leaving the mound.

The Mariners' rally adds momentum as they continue their East Coast road trip, with key series looming against the Red Sox and Blue Jays. Sitting just above .500 and vying for a wild card spot, every game and comeback could make the difference come September.

This latest chapter in Mariners vs. Yankees delivered everything fans could ask for star power, late inning drama, and the kind of edge of your seat baseball that defines the summer stretch. For Seattle, it was a win to savor and a reminder that no lead is safe when they come alive in extra innings.