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Todd's Takes: Winning Isn't Everything
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Julio Rodriguez a late scratch from M's lineup with sore foot
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Why is Julio Rodriguez not playing? Mariners star scratched from
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A Grip on Sports: Seasons change and injuries happen but we don't
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Santana homers twice, drives in 5; Mariners slam Angels 9-1 - ABC7
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Buckle up — first-place Mariners make push for AL West crown
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Banged-up Mariners aim to break losing streak vs. Angels - Field
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Crazy Eights: Mariners make it two eight-game win streaks this month
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Bryce Miller dominates in debut, Seattle Mariners beat A's 2-1
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Fantrax MLB Injury Report - Julio Rodriguez Return Imminent
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Ohtani leaves game with blister after giving up consecutive homers
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