Jo Adell's clutch double leads Angels to a 2-1 win over the Mariners on July 26, 2025, snapping a losing streak. See how Soriano & the bullpen shut Seattle down.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Exhale, Angels fans. The four-game skid is over. In a game that felt more like a playoff preview than a late-July matchup, the Halos scraped together just enough offense and leaned on stellar pitching to edge the Seattle Mariners 2-1 on Saturday night. The hero of the hour was Jo Adell, whose first-inning double proved to be the decisive blow in a tense, hard-fought victory.
'That's the kind of resilience we need as we push through the second half.' - Manager Ron Washington
The Angels wasted no time getting on the board. After Nolan Schanuel and Zach Neto reached base in the bottom of the first, Jo Adell stepped up and laced a clutch two-run double, giving the Halos a lead they would never relinquish. That, however, was the extent of the offense. The rest of the game was a masterclass in pitching and defense, as starter José Soriano navigated a potent Mariners lineup. Soriano was brilliant for six innings, with his only blemishes being two solo home runs to the formidable Julio Rodríguez. Despite Rodríguez's power display, Soriano limited the damage and kept the Angels in front.
Handed a razor-thin one-run lead, the Angels' bullpen was flawless. The relief corps shut down Seattle's bats, culminating in a high-leverage ninth inning. Manager Ron Washington called on veteran closer Kenley Jansen, who calmly secured his 16th save of the season. After the game, Washington praised his bullpen for 'locking down a tough lineup,' emphasizing the poise they showed under pressure. It was a crucial performance that showcased the kind of shutdown ability the team will need down the stretch.
The day also brought some roster news as veteran utility man Chris Taylor was reinstated from the 10-day injured list after recovering from a hamstring strain, providing a welcome boost of experience and versatility. To make room, outfielder Gustavo Campero was optioned to Triple-A Salt Lake. Campero didn't miss a beat, immediately starting for the Bees and going 2-for-4 with a double and a stolen base in their 6-3 win. The future also looked bright in Salt Lake, with prospect Kyren Paris launching a home run, reminding fans of the talent waiting in the wings.
This was more than just a win; it was a statement. By snapping their losing streak against a tough division opponent, the Angels showed grit and resilience. While the offense will need to produce more consistently than a single first-inning rally, the combination of timely hitting and lockdown pitching proved to be a winning formula. Now, the challenge is to build on this momentum and take the series against the Mariners, proving this performance was the start of a second-half surge, not just a one-night reprieve.
