The Mariners made Pirates rookie phenom Paul Skenes work, but they couldn’t overcome the crucial blunders they made in the field Friday night in a fourth straight loss.
Offensive Struggles
Despite starting strong with a two-run homer from Luke Raley, the Mariners could not maintain their lead, ultimately leading to a 5-3 loss against the Pirates.
Defensive Blunders
The Mariners matched a season high with three errors, including a critical misplay by Dominic Canzone in the seventh inning, which allowed two runs to score.
Managerial Insights
Scott Servais expressed disappointment over the team's inability to execute its aggressive plan and highlighted the need for more clutch hitting moving forward.
Upcoming Challenges
With a nine-day, three-city trip ahead, the Mariners need to improve significantly to reclaim competitiveness in their remaining games.
