Guardians Rally Late, Top Mariners in 10 Innings

Chase DeLauter's two-run homer in the 10th inning lifts Cleveland to victory in Seattle

Mar. 29, 2026 at 6:22am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a baseball game in progress, with players and the field abstracted into sharp, overlapping shapes in a vibrant color palette.The Guardians' late-inning heroics against the Mariners showcase the drama and excitement of early-season MLB action.Cleveland Today

The Cleveland Guardians rallied late to defeat the Seattle Mariners 6-5 in 10 innings on Saturday night. Chase DeLauter hit a two-run homer in the top of the 10th to give the Guardians the lead, and they held on for the win despite a two-run homer by the Mariners' Luke Raley in the bottom half of the inning.

Why it matters

The Guardians' comeback win showcases their resilience and ability to win close games, even on the road against a tough Mariners team. The game featured several lead changes and dramatic moments, highlighting the excitement and unpredictability of early-season MLB action.

The details

After the Mariners took a 2-0 lead, the Guardians rallied to tie the game in the sixth inning. The game remained tied at 3-3 until the 10th, when a throwing error by Mariners third baseman Brendon Donovan allowed the Guardians to take the lead. DeLauter then hit a two-run homer to make it 6-3. The Mariners mounted a late comeback in the bottom of the 10th, with Raley's two-run shot, but the Guardians held on for the victory.

  • The game was played on Saturday, March 29, 2026.
  • DeLauter's go-ahead homer came in the top of the 10th inning.
  • Raley's two-run homer for the Mariners came with one out in the bottom of the 10th.

The players

Chase DeLauter

A Guardians outfielder who hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning to give Cleveland the lead.

Brendon Donovan

The Mariners' third baseman whose throwing error in the 10th inning allowed the Guardians to take the lead.

Luke Raley

A Mariners outfielder who hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the 10th inning to cut the Guardians' lead to one run.

Joey Cantillo

The Guardians' starting pitcher, who went 3 2/3 innings and allowed two runs on four hits.

Bryan Woo

The Mariners' starting pitcher, who gave up two runs on four hits in six innings with nine strikeouts.

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What they’re saying

“We must find a way to close out games like this. The bullpen needs to be sharper in those late-inning situations.”

— Scott Servais, Mariners Manager

What’s next

The Guardians and Mariners will play the rubber match of their three-game series on Sunday afternoon.

The takeaway

This back-and-forth battle showcased the competitive spirit of both teams and the unpredictability of early-season MLB action. The Guardians' ability to rally late and hold on for the win demonstrates their resilience and potential to be a contender in the AL Central this season.