Julio Rodríguez hit a three-run homer for the Seattle Mariners during a five-run second inning as they defeated the Chicago White Sox 8-6. Rodríguez has made history as the first player with 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases in each of his first four seasons. George Kirby pitched six strong innings, allowing two runs and striking out nine. The White Sox attempted a comeback in the seventh, scoring three runs but eventually lost. Closer Andrés Muñoz secured his 26th save despite giving up a lone homer in the ninth.
Julio Rodríguez hit a three-run homer during a five-run second inning for the Seattle Mariners as they beat the Chicago White Sox 8-6 on Wednesday night.
Rodríguez - who on Sunday became the first player in major league history with 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases in each of his first four seasons - went deep on a hanging sweeper from starter Jonathan Cannon.
George Kirby was effective for six innings, yielding two runs and five hits while striking out nine, helping Seattle to a strong early lead.
All-Star closer Andrés Muñoz gave up a solo shot to Michael A. Taylor in the ninth before walking back-to-back batters but ultimately secured his 26th save.
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