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Mariners open critical homestand with loss to Twins

First publishedAug 1, 05:10 UTC
Last updatedAug 1, 07:34 UTC · 10m ago
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Mariners open critical homestand with loss to Twins
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Anxious cheering turned to a chorus of boos Friday when pinch hitter Mitch Garver struck out with a pair of runners on base to send the Mariners to a 5-3 loss.

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The Seattle Mariners began an important home series with a game against the Minnesota Twins. They lost the game 5-3. With two runners on base, pinch hitter Mitch Garver struck out to end the inning. Fans who had been cheering loudly reacted with boos.

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The loss hurts the Mariners' chances to stay in playoff contention during a key stretch of the season. It also shows fan frustration when the team fails to deliver in clutch moments.

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Who was the pinch hitter that struck out?
Mitch Garver was the pinch hitter who struck out with runners on base.
What was the final score?
The Twins won 5-3.
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