Seattle Mariners Now Lead the American League in This Impressive Category in 2024
The Seattle Mariners beat the Detroit Tigers on Thursday night thanks to a walk-off double from outfielder Mitch Haniger in the bottom of the ninth inning.
Haniger's hit helped salvage the three-game set against the Tigers but the M's still lost two of three in total. With the win, they are now 60-56 and tied for first place in the American League West. They are seeking their first division title since the 2001 season.
With their lack of offense and sometimes questionable in-game decision making, the M's have been a very frustrating team in 2024. That said, you can't say that this team doesn't have a flare for the dramatic.
Per @MarinersPR on social media:
The @Mariners lead the American League with 8 walk-off wins this season, trailing only Miami (9) for the @MLB lead.
The @Mariners lead the American League with 8 walk-off wins this season, trailing only Miami (9) for the @MLB lead.
— Mariners PR (@MarinersPR) August 9, 2024
The M's play in a lot of close games, which leads to a lot of opportunities for walk-off wins. They have two walk-off wins on this homestand alone, as they also beat the Philadelphia Phillies on a walk-off walk last Saturday.
For all their warts, the M's do have a certain resolve late in games that leads you to believe that they always have a chance, but it would be nice to see that same resolve in innings 1-through-8.
The M's will be back in action on Friday night when they host the New York Mets at 7:10 p.m. PT. Veteran left-hander Jose Quintana will pitch for New York while youngster Bryce Miller goes for Seattle.
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