Mariners Score 3 in 10th, Beat Angels on 1-Hitter

Cole Young's triple breaks scoreless tie as Seattle spoils Los Angeles home opener

Apr. 4, 2026 at 5:35am

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The Seattle Mariners scored three runs in the 10th inning, including a go-ahead triple by Cole Young, to defeat the Los Angeles Angels 3-1 in a pitchers' duel on Friday night. Four Mariners pitchers combined for a one-hitter, with Andres Munoz earning the win and Gabe Speier recording the save.

Why it matters

The Mariners' victory spoils the Angels' home opener and showcases the team's strong pitching depth, which could be a key factor in their quest to return to the playoffs. The game also features a matchup between two of the American League's top young stars, the Mariners' Julio Rodriguez and the Angels' Mike Trout.

The details

Cole Young broke the scoreless tie with a 10th-inning triple, scoring automatic runner Luke Raley. Josh Naylor then added a two-run single to make it 3-0. The Angels scored a run in the bottom of the 10th on a sacrifice fly by Jorge Soler, but Gabe Speier struck out Yoan Moncada to end the game. Mariners starter Bryan Woo and Angels starter Reid Detmers both pitched well, with Woo going seven innings and allowing just one hit.

  • The game's first pitch was delayed 25 minutes because the Angels' pregame ceremonies ran long.
  • Mariners third baseman Brendan Donovan left the game after straining his leg in the seventh inning.

The players

Cole Young

The Mariners outfielder broke the scoreless tie with a 10th-inning triple that scored the automatic runner.

Josh Naylor

The Mariners first baseman added a two-run single in the 10th inning to extend the lead to 3-0.

Bryan Woo

The Mariners starting pitcher went seven innings, allowing just one hit with one walk and six strikeouts.

Reid Detmers

The Angels starting pitcher allowed three hits in 6 2/3 innings, with four walks and four strikeouts.

Mike Trout

The Angels superstar outfielder was hit by a pitch in the first inning.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

This game showcases the Mariners' strong pitching depth and the continued excellence of young stars like Julio Rodriguez and Mike Trout, setting the stage for what could be an exciting season in the American League West.