SAN DIEGO – Pitcher Bryce Miller delivered a strong performance over six innings, leading the Seattle Mariners to a 2-0 victory against the San Diego Padres. This win extended Miller’s dominance over National League opponents, boasting a 4-1 record with a 1.98 ERA in six starts against NL teams this season. The Mariners completed a two-game series sweep against the struggling Padres, who suffered their fourth consecutive loss.
Jorge Polanco played a key role in both runs for the Mariners, aiding the AL West leaders in securing the win. Julio Rodriguez, despite striking out four times, made a remarkable defensive play by throwing out a Padres runner at home plate in the second inning. The Padres missed key opportunities, including leaving runners stranded in scoring positions in the ninth inning.
Padres’ starter Michael King registered nine strikeouts in six innings, allowing two runs (one unearned) on three hits. The Mariners’ offense capitalized on defensive errors by the Padres, with Polanco contributing to both runs. Cal Raleigh scored from second base in the second inning, and Polanco extended the lead in the fourth inning with a base hit to center field to drive in another run.
In other news, the Mariners announced that this season will mark the final season of the Modesto Nuts, a Class-A California League team that they have owned since 2016. Mariners will face the Los Angeles Angels next, with Luis Castillo set to pitch for them. Meanwhile, the Padres will kick off a series against the Atlanta Braves with Randy Vásquez on the mound.