The Mariners fell to the Rangers 5-3 on June 27, 2025, despite a quality start from Logan Gilbert and late heroics from Cal Raleigh. Read the full game recap.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
It was a night of 'almosts' in Arlington. The Seattle Mariners mounted a classic late-game charge against the Texas Rangers, but it wasn't enough to overcome an early deficit, ultimately falling 5-3 in a tense series opener. Despite a quality start from Logan Gilbert and more late-inning heroics from Cal Raleigh, the M's couldn't solve Rangers ace Nathan Eovaldi, dropping them to second place in a tight AL West race.
With 32 home runs and 71 RBIs, Cal Raleigh isn't just the Mariners' top offensive threat—he's solidifying his case as the best hitting catcher in all of baseball.
Logan Gilbert was sharp for most of the night, but one mistake pitch proved costly. He navigated six innings, striking out seven, but a two-run homer by Adolis García in the 5th inning was the back-breaker. Gilbert left trailing 4-1, tagged with a tough-luck loss despite a quality start. Meanwhile, the Mariners' bats were mostly silent against Nathan Eovaldi, who dominated for seven innings, allowing just one run. J.P. Crawford managed a multi-hit game, going 2-for-4, and Julio Rodríguez chipped in an RBI single, but sustained rallies were nowhere to be found until it was too late.
When the Mariners needed a spark, Cal Raleigh once again provided the thunder. With the team trailing in the 8th, 'Big Dumper' stepped up and laced a two-run double, pulling Seattle within striking distance and electrifying the visiting dugout. The clutch hit boosted his RBI total to a team-leading 71, complementing his 32 home runs. In a season where the offense has been inconsistent, Raleigh has been the one constant, powerful force in the middle of the order.
Despite the loss, let's zoom out. The Mariners remain in a playoff position, holding down a Wild Card spot. The team's 'Summer Score'—a count of days in a postseason spot since Memorial Day—hit 16, a testament to their solid play over the last month. However, reinforcements aren't coming just yet. An update on Bryce Miller confirmed he received a PRP injection for his elbow inflammation and is targeting a return after the All-Star break. Meanwhile, outfielder Victor Robles has begun strength-building work on his injured shoulder but isn't expected back before September. The current roster will have to carry the load for the foreseeable future.
It's a frustrating loss, no doubt, especially against a division rival. But this series in Arlington is far from over. The Mariners have shown flashes of fight, and the pitching remains a strength. If the offense can consistently back up starters like Gilbert, this team has the talent to bounce back tomorrow and solidify its place in the AL West hunt. The Summer Score is still ticking up, and there's a lot of baseball left to play. Let's see if they can even the series.
