Naylor homers twice, Kirby pitches into 8th as Mariners beat Astros 6-2

Seattle completes four-game sweep of struggling Houston squad

Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:58pm

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A cubist painting depicting a baseball game, with the players and field broken down into overlapping geometric shapes and planes in a vibrant color palette of navy, green, and red.A cubist interpretation of the Mariners' decisive victory over the struggling Astros, capturing the dynamic energy and fractured perspectives of the game.Seattle Today

Josh Naylor hit two home runs and drove in five runs, while George Kirby allowed two runs over 7 2/3 innings, as the Seattle Mariners completed a four-game sweep of the Houston Astros with a 6-2 victory on Monday.

Why it matters

The Mariners' sweep of the Astros is a significant turnaround after a five-game losing streak, while the Astros' eight-game skid is their longest since 2013 and highlights the team's struggles this season.

The details

Naylor's first homer, a three-run shot in the first inning, ended his 59-at-bat drought without a home run to start the year. He then added a two-run blast in the third inning that traveled 433 feet, the Mariners' longest homer of the season. Kirby pitched into the eighth inning, allowing two runs, to earn the win.

  • The game was played on Monday, April 13, 2026.
  • Naylor's last home run prior to this game was on September 19, 2025, also against the Astros.

The players

Josh Naylor

A Mariners outfielder who hit two home runs and drove in five runs in the game.

George Kirby

The Mariners starting pitcher who allowed two runs over 7 2/3 innings to earn the win.

Mike Burrows

The Astros pitcher who gave up both of Naylor's home runs.

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The takeaway

The Mariners' sweep of the struggling Astros, who have now lost eight straight games, is an important turnaround for Seattle after their own recent losing streak. Naylor's power display and Kirby's strong pitching performance were key factors in the Mariners' four-game sweep.