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Mariners' Struggles Continue as Rangers Sweep Series
Seattle drops to 4-9 on the season after being shut out in the finale against Texas.
Apr. 8, 2026 at 11:02pm
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The Mariners' early-season struggles are reflected in a fractured, cubist depiction of their latest defeat against division rival Texas.Arlington TodayThe Seattle Mariners' disappointing start to the 2026 MLB season continued as they were swept in a three-game series by the Texas Rangers, capped off by a 3-0 loss on Wednesday. Seattle's record has now fallen to 4-9 through the first 13 games of the year, a far cry from the expectations for the team.
Why it matters
The Mariners were expected to be a contender in the AL West this season, but their early struggles have put them in an early hole. This sweep at the hands of their division rival Rangers is particularly concerning and raises questions about the team's ability to turn things around.
The details
In the series finale, the Mariners were shut out by the Rangers' pitching staff, managing just 4 hits. This came after losses of 6-2 and 5-3 in the first two games of the series. Seattle's offense has sputtered out of the gate, scoring just 3 runs total in the three-game sweep.
- The Mariners' record dropped to 4-9 following Wednesday's 3-0 loss.
- The sweep was completed on April 8, 2026.
The players
Seattle Mariners
A Major League Baseball team based in Seattle, Washington, that competes in the American League West division.
Texas Rangers
A Major League Baseball team based in Arlington, Texas, that competes in the American League West division.
What’s next
The Mariners will look to rebound when they return home to host the Oakland Athletics for a three-game series starting on Friday.
The takeaway
The Mariners' dismal start to the season has put them in an early hole in the AL West race, and they will need to turn things around quickly to avoid falling too far behind their division rivals.
