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That’s Amaury News and Commentary: Seattle Mariners own the Pacific Northwest

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The author Amaury Pi Gonzalez is paid a tribute being on the Seattle Mariners Wall of Fame as a former Mariners broadcaster (photo from Amaury Pi Gonzalez)

The Seattle Mariners own the Pacific Northwest

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By Amaury Pi-González

The ATH of Sacramento opened the 2025 season in Seattle, winning two of the three games in Seattle. The Seattle Mariners have been a regional team since 1977, when they were born. Before the Oakland Athletics moved, they were the closest team to the Mariners. But today, since the Athletics departed Oakland, the Mariners’ “closest”Major League rival are the San Francisco Giants, 800 miles away to the south, across two and a half States.

The Mariners draw from the Seattle/Tacoma area, eastern Washington, Vancouver, Canada, Idaho, Oregon, and northern California. Especially during weekend games, many people travel from all these areas to visit Seattle.

The Seattle Mariners have one of the most extensive radio coverage with affiliates not only in Washington State, Idaho, and British Columbia, Canada, but also all the way up to Alaska, and in the middle of the Pacific in Hawaii. In all those places, you can hear their games on the Mariners radio network and watch them on their Root TV Network, including as far east as Montana.

Nintendo owned a stake in the Mariners until 2016, when it sold most of its shares to First Avenue Entertainment, retaining a 10% ownership stake. Mr.Joh W. Stanton, an American businessman, is currently the owner of the Seattle Mariners.

T-Mobile Park in Seattle is their home; previously, it was called Safeco Field.

Of all the indoor stadiums in baseball, this is my favorite. A retractable roof can be closed or opened in 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the climate conditions. If there is a city in MLB that needs a roof to play baseball, it is Seattle. Here it rains for a good 9 months of the year., So, during the baseball season, fans do not worry about the rain because with a retractable roof, “rain or shine,” they will always see Mariners baseball.

Seattle is one of my favorite cities in the country, and in baseball especially, I had the good fortune of broadcasting their games. However, I first discovered Seattle when I was stationed in Ft Lewis, a US Army active service base about 45 miles north of Emerald City. This area is beautiful and green all year round.

Mariners fans are loyal and enthusiastic. Beginning this season, they have never appeared in a World Series. They were also riding the longest playoff drought in any of the four major sports, at 20 seasons, before snapping that in 2022. A very famous quote is attributed to Benjamin Franklin: “In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” I believe Mr.Franklin, so maybe the Mariners can make it all the way to 2025. Good luck to them.

Amaury Pi-Gonzalez – Cuban-born Pi-González is one of the pioneers of Spanish-language baseball play-by-play in America. Began as Oakland A’s Spanish-language voice in 1977 ending in 2024 (interrupted by stops with the Giants, Mariners and Angels). Voice of the Golden State Warriors from 1992 through 1998. 2010 inducted in the Bay Area Radio Hall of fame

M’s just get by A’s 2-1 to take three game set; Athletics home opener Monday in Sacramento vs. Cubs

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Sacramento A’s baserunner Miguel Andujar (22) slides underneath Seattle Mariner shortstop JP Crawford who throws to first to complete a double play in top sixth inning at T Mobile Park in Seattle on Sun Mar 30, 2025 (AP News photo)

Mariners Edge Athletics in Tense Pitchers’ Duel, 2-1

By Mauricio Segura

Under a chilly March sky at T-Mobile Park, the Seattle Mariners narrowly secured a 2-1 victory over the Sacramento Athletics, bringing their early-season record to 2-2. Julio Rodríguez delivered the decisive hit: a pivotal two-run homer in the sixth inning, his first longball of the season, electrifying the Seattle faithful and providing just enough offense for a resilient Mariners squad.

For most of the game, pitching controlled the tempo. Athletics left-hander JP Sears practically matched Mariners starter Bryan Woo pitch-for-pitch, both hurlers maneuvering through five innings without surrendering a run. Sears held Seattle hitters in check until Rodríguez changed the momentum of the game with his towering shot to left field, scoring Victor Robles and putting Seattle ahead for good.

The green and gold got on the board first, thanks to first baseman Tyler Soderstrom. Continuing his scorching start to the season, Soderstrom launched his third home run: a solo blast in the fourth inning, highlighting his early-season .467 batting average and team-leading four RBIs. Despite Soderstrom’s valiant effort, the Athletics struggled offensively, stranding multiple runners in scoring position throughout the game.

Outstanding defensive plays from both teams ensured the game remained close. Mariners left fielder Randy Arozarena was particularly active, including a key catch on JJ Bleday’s sharp line drive in the sixth, helping stall a potential Athletics rally. Meanwhile, Athletics right fielder Lawrence Butler consistently covered significant ground, notably catching multiple sharp flyouts from Mariners hitters Mitch Garver and Donovan Solano to keep the score tight.

The game reached a tense peak in the ninth inning when Mariners reliever Andrés Muñoz took the mound to close things out. After Athletics catcher Tyler Soderstrom singled to spark a flicker of hope, Muñoz quickly shut the door by striking out Gio Urshela, sealing the win for Seattle.

With the loss, the Athletics are even at 2-2, mirroring their rivals’ tight early-season competition. While their offense struggled overall, collecting just four hits, the Sacramento squad has bright spots to build on, notably Soderstrom’s standout performance.

Next up, the A’s will make their long-awaited debut in Sacramento with their home opener at Sutter Health Park. They’ll host the Chicago Cubs on Monday night, with first pitch scheduled for 7:05 p.m. The newly upgraded ballpark, now the smallest in Major League Baseball by capacity, will offer fans an up-close look at the team’s next chapter, as excitement builds for big-league baseball in California’s capital.

Costa Rican-born Mauricio Segura has been covering sports in the Bay Area since 2001 for a variety of publications as well as his own, Golden Bay Times, and is honored to provide A’s away coverage to Sports Radio Service for the 2025 season.

Langeliers Leads A’s Past Mariners, 4-2, With Power and Poise

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Sacramento A’s Shea Langeliers (23) crosses the plate to the congratulations of teammate Brent Rooker (25) as Seattle M’s catcher Cal Raleigh (right) tries to set up for the next batter at T Mobile Field in Seattle on Sat Mar 29, 2025 (AP News photo)

By Mauricio Segura

Baseball fans often whisper about the magic hiding in spring evenings at T-Mobile Park, but Saturday night, it was Sacramento Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers who conjured something special, powering his team to a gritty 4-2 win over the Seattle Mariners.

After a quiet start, the Mariners scratched out an early run in the second inning, sparked by a single from the always-imposing Rowdy Tellez, who eventually came home after a stolen base and throwing error by Langeliers himself. Unfazed, the A’s catcher redeemed himself quickly and dramatically in the fourth inning.

With two outs and Brent Rooker perched on second after a crisp single, Langeliers stepped into the batter’s box and unleashed a towering two-run homer to left field, stunning the home crowd and flipping the momentum decisively in Sacramento’s favor. The Mariners, previously in control, now found themselves trailing.

The Athletics added insurance in the sixth when Miguel Andujar knocked in JJ Bleday, widening the lead to 3-1. But Seattle wasn’t ready to concede. A resilient Jorge Polanco delivered an RBI single in the bottom half of the inning, closing the gap to a tense 3-2.

Clinging to that narrow lead, the Athletics manufactured another crucial run in the seventh when Brent Rooker’s sharp grounder eluded Mariners third baseman Polanco, allowing Jacob Wilson to cross home plate and extend their lead to 4-2.

On the mound, Athletics starter Osvaldo Bido showed resilience, overcoming early traffic to limit the Mariners to two runs. His steady composure was vital, especially following a challenging spring where he struggled with a 7.02 ERA. Saturday night, he proved those statistics don’t always predict the future.

Seattle’s Bryce Miller was similarly gutsy but less fortunate, victimized by timely A’s hits and his defense’s shaky moments. Miller, who allowed three earned runs through five-plus innings, demonstrated flashes of brilliance overshadowed by costly missteps.

The Mariners mounted a late threat in the ninth with J.P. Crawford’s single igniting hopes of a comeback. However, A’s closer Mason Miller extinguished Seattle’s rally with authority, striking out Victor Robles and Julio Rodríguez in succession, earning his first save of 2025 and securing the green and gold’s second consecutive victory.

Saturday night’s win was the A’s small but meaningful revenge after losing their season opener to Seattle. They are now 2-1, have notably turned a page in their history by opening this season with youthful energy; their Opening Day roster features three infielders under the age of 24, a first since 1965. Max Muncy, just 22, underscored this youthful renaissance by turning an impressive unassisted double play in the first inning, a highlight that set the game’s defensive tone.

As these AL West rivals gear up for another clash tomorrow afternoon, with JP Sears taking on Seattle’s Bryan Woo, the series promises more excitement. The Athletics, rejuvenated by tonight’s triumph, aim to carry forward their fresh energy and youthful swagger. Meanwhile, the Mariners seek redemption, hoping to recapture their opening-night spark.

  • Costa Rican-born Mauricio Segura has been covering sports in the Bay Area since 2001 for a variety of publications as well as his own, Golden Bay Times, and is honored to provide A’s away coverage to Sports Radio Service for the 2025 season.

A’s Bounce Back Big, Thump Mariners 7-0 at T-Mobile Park

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Sacramento A’s 22 year old hitter Max Muncy slugs a solo home run for his MLB hit against the Seattle Mariners at T Mobile Field in Seattle in the top of the eighth inning on Fri Mar 28, 2025 (AP News photo)

By Mauricio Segura

If last night’s deflating opener had Sacramento A’s fans reaching for comfort food, Friday night’s thrilling redemption must have them reaching for confetti. The Athletics emphatically silenced the Seattle Mariners in a 7-0 shutout, energized by a mix of veteran savvy and youthful exuberance, giving fans plenty to celebrate in their 125th franchise season.

Starting pitcher Jeffrey Springs was a magician on the mound, dazzling Mariners hitters across six dominant innings. With a potent combination of pinpoint control and deceptive velocity, Springs allowed only three hits while striking out nine, a reassuring performance after yesterday’s bullpen struggles.

But Friday night belonged to the Athletics’ bats, particularly Brent Rooker, who rebounded spectacularly from an opening night strikeout nightmare. After striking out four times last night, tying a dubious A’s Opening Day record held previously by Jack Cust and Eddie Joost, Rooker emerged as tonight’s comeback hero. He belted a towering two-run homer to center field in the fifth inning off Mariners’ ace Luis Castillo, giving Oakland a decisive 2-0 lead.

Joining the slugfest, Max Muncy, the Athletics’ promising young second baseman, notched his first major league hit in style: a majestic home run to left-center field in the eighth. This feat undoubtedly etched a cherished memory for the 22-year-old rookie, who is the youngest position player in an A’s opening lineup since Eric Chavez in 2000.

Adding to the youth movement, Tyler Soderstrom showed again why he’s viewed as the cornerstone of the Athletics’ future. After making history on Opening Day with his two-homer night, a first for an Athletic since Khris Davis in 2017, he delivered again tonight. His sizzling double in the seventh scored JJ Bleday, stretching the lead to 5-0.

The Athletics’ depth shone brightly as pinch-hitter Luis Urías sent a ninth-inning solo shot screaming into the left-center seats. Urías, signed just this offseason, provided a firm exclamation point on the A’s offensive statement.

Defensively, JJ Bleday sparkled, notably throwing out Mitch Garver at the plate in a pivotal fifth-inning moment, preventing Seattle from scoring. Moments later, Bleday further frustrated Mariners fans with a sliding catch on a sharply hit line drive from J.P. Crawford, ending the inning and preserving the shutout.

Despite the tough loss, Seattle did show flashes of defensive moments. Outfielder Victor Robles made a spectacular diving catch to rob Gio Urshela of a hit, providing one of the Mariners’ few defensive highlights.

Starting pitcher Luis Castillo battled hard, striking out five over five innings, but ultimately allowed two critical runs that set the tone. Mariners hitters seemed perpetually a step behind, mustering a mere scattering of hits and striking out a total of 13 times, their frustration palpable amid the electric atmosphere at T-Mobile Park.

The win snaps the Athletics’ troubling seven-game losing streak against the Mariners on Opening Day, a streak dating back to 2018. It also marks a sweet turn of fortune after yesterday’s tough 4-2 loss, offering fans hope that maybe, just maybe, this season’s squad has the spark to rewrite some recent history.

As the A’s celebrate Friday night’s victory, attention turns to Saturday’s matchup. The Athletics’ Osvaldo Bido, coming off a solid 2024 campaign, will face off against Seattle’s Bryce Miller, promising more drama at T-Mobile Park.

– Costa Rican-born Mauricio Segura has been covering sports in the Bay Area since 2001 for a variety of publications as well as his own, Golden Bay Times, and is honored to provide A’s away coverage to Sports Radio Service for the 2025 season.

That’s Amaury News and Commentary podcast: Ichiro Suzuki First Japanese Inducted into Cooperstown

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Amaury Pi-González throws First Pitch in Seattle during Ichiro years. (Photo from the author)

Ichiro Suzuki First Japanese Inducted into Cooperstown

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By Amaury Pi-González

The inevitable just happened. The 2025 Baseball Writers Association of America Hall of Fame ballot was released, and their #1 name for this round is Japanese star Ichiro Suzuki, who had a close two-decade Hall of Fame career in the Major Leagues. Also, C.C. Sabathia, a great pitcher and a local guy from Vallejo, is on the HOF ballot, as is closer Billy Wagner, who ended with 422 games saved, the most in MLB history by a left-handed pitcher. John Franco had 424.

During the years I broadcasted home games for the Seattle Mariners and San Francisco Giants (concurrently), I witnessed the greatness of Ichiro Suzuki, especially during that memorable 2004 season when he ended the season with 262 hits, breaking the all-time Major League single hits record previously held by George Sisler who in 1920 with St Louis Brown had a 257 hit season.

Interviewing Ichiro was one of the most extraordinary things I have experienced. Allen Turner was Ichiro’s first interpreter in 2001; later, others came to do the same job, home and road. Every time I interviewed Ichiro I had to pose the question in English, and the interpreter then would relay it to Ichiro in Japanese; next, the interpreter would tell me what Ichiro said(of course, translated to English), and then OK, the finished part I told the audience in Spanish for Mariners Spanish radio, what the great Ichiro just told me.

Ichiro was a distinctive, timid person who worked as hard as anybody. He stored his bats inside a particular case, like the bat(s) were Stradivarius violins. Down on the field, my broadcast partner, the late Julio Cruz, Mariner’s Dream Team Second baseman, Julio and I would stand behind the batting cage a couple of hours or so before the games at Safeco Field (the original name of the tremendous retractable stadium in downtown Seattle Ichiro would hit home runs at will, and when he took a break in between swings inside the cage, he would do some gymnastic moves. It was truly a feat to see a guy listed at 5’11, who looked like 5’7 and around 165 pounds, hit the ball as hard and many times as deep.

Ichiro Suzuki played from 2001 to 2019, a total of 19 years. It began with the Mariners in 2001 and retired with the Mariners in 2019; in between, also playing for the New York Yankees and Miami Marlins. A solid Hall of Fame career. It ended with a .311 batting average, 3,089 hits, 509 stolen bases, 117 homeruns, and 780 runs batted in.

His first name was Ichiro, and that was enough. Only one other Mariners Hall of Fame player had that distinction: Ken Griffey Jr. “Junior was enough, “and everybody knew, just like Ichiro, who it was. For me, the best lead-off hitters of all time that I have known, interviewed, and covered are Rickey Henderson and Ichiro Suzuki. One is in the Hall of Fame, and the other one soon will be joining Rickey.

QUOTE: Ichiro appeared in 10 All-Star Games. I once asked him about playing in the All-Star Game and if he could tell me something about playing during those fun games. He surprised me with one word in Spanish; he told me it was “peligroso” translation=dangerous. You asked, why dangerous? Well, in one of his 10 All-Star Game appearances, the network that carried the game got his permission to insert a small microphone in his uniform so he could say something while he was on the field during the game. He did it reluctantly; he didn’t feel comfortable doing that. In the end (like I mentioned before), he was timid, reserved, and, in many ways a mysterious player.

Amaury Pi Gonzalez does News and Commentary each week at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Oakland era of the A’s closes with 6-4 loss at Seattle

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Last time anyone will ever see the Oakland A’s on deck circle which was used against the Seattle Mariners at T Mobile Park in Seattle on the very last day of the season Sun Sep 29, 2024 as the A’s will depart for Sacramento for the 2025 season going forward (AP News photo)

By Daniel Dullum

Sunday, September 29, 2024

For the final time, the name “Oakland” appeared on the visiting uniform of the Athletics Sunday at T-Mobile Park in Seattle. The A’s lost the 2024 season finale 6-4 to the Mariners.

For the next three seasons, the Athletics will only be identified with their nickname as they play at their temporary home, Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento. The A’s finished their final season in the East Bay 69-93.

A charter member of the American League, the Athletics called Philadelphia home from 1901-1954. They resided in Kansas City from 1955-67 before owner Charles O. Finley moved the A’s to Oakland in 1968.

Mariners starter Logan Gilbert (9-12) was perfect for 5 2/3 innings, and Cal Raleigh belted a two-run home run to spark the Mariners’ victory. Gilbert struck out seven while ending the season with 208 2/3 innings to lead all of MLB – the first Seattle pitcher to do so.

Raleigh’s homer capped a four-run Mariners rally in the fifth inning, giving him 93 for his career – the most by a cancer in their first four seasons. He passed Mike Piazza on the list, and finished the season with 100 runs batted in – the first Seattle catcher to reach that plateau.

Justin Turner had a two-run single for Seattle and teammates Victor Robles and Julio Rodríguez added RBI base hits, as the Mariners finished 85-77.

Oakland starter Mitch Spence (8-10) gave up all six runs on seven hits while striking out five without a walk. Joe Boyle and Kyle Muller combined to throw 3 2/3 shutout innings in relief.

Tyler Nevin’s two-run double in the seventh put the A’s on the board, and Darell Hernaiz had a two-run double for Oakland in the top of the ninth.

There was a contingent of A’s fans who were part of the announced attendance of 42,177, often chanting “Let’s Go Oakland.” Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson threw the ceremonial first pitch wearing a half-A’s/half-Mariners jersey – Henderson spent most of his career with the A’s and played part of 2000 with Seattle.

A’s Lose to Seattle In Tenth Inning 7-6 – Oakland Still Looking For 70th Win; M’s Ghost runner haunts A’s in 10th inning

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Oakland A’s starter Joey Estes adjusts his hat after giving up a bottom of the fourth inning home run to Seattle Mariners Cal Raleigh (foreground running the bases) at T Mobile Park in Seattle on Sat Sep 28, 2024 (AP News photo)

By Barbara Mason

The Oakland A’s (69-91) made a valiant effort to win their 70th game of the season but fell short in the tenth inning. Trailing 3-0 after three innings Oakland tied up the contest up in the sixth inning at 3-3. In the bottom of the ninth down 6-4 the A’s tied it up with two runs making 6-6. The Seattle Mariners (83-77) would win it in the bottom of the tenth 7-6 at T Mobile Park in Seattle.

Game recap: It was a pitchers duel through the first three innings of this game. Oakland had a chance in the first inning with two runners on base. Hancock walked Brent Rooker and allowed a JJ Bleday single with one out.

Shea Langeliers grounded into a double play to end the inning. The A’s Joey Estes allowed a Victor Robles double and walked Luke Raley but got out of the opening inning. Oakland had a single in the second inning and Seattle went three up and three out in the second as both pitchers had good starts. The A’s had the bases loaded in the third inning but came away empty squandering a great opportunity. The A’s Joey Estes had a three up three down third inning.

The A’s had nothing going offensively in the fourth inning. The Mariners broke the game open in the fourth starting off with a Cal Raleigh solo home run taking a 1-0 lead followed by Luke Raley advancing to first base after getting hit.

With no outs Estes allowed a Jorge Polanco single and Seattle had two runners on base. Estes got the next two at bats out but gave up a single to Victor Rojas driving J.P. Crawford and Raley home and Seattle had a 3-0 lead.

This game had turned sideways for Oakland but they righted the ship in the fifth inning. Brent Rooker hit his 39th home run of the season driving Max Schuemann and the A’s had something going trailing 3-2.

Tyler Soderstrom started off the sixth inning with a home run and this game was all tied up 3-3. The A’s had two runners on base in the sixth but left them stranded. Ross Stripling took over on the mound in the sixth inning in place of Estes and walked Mitch Haniger but dismissed the next three at bats.

Estes despite getting into a jam in the fourth inning had a pretty good showing going five innings allowing five hits, three runs, and two walks. He only had two strikeouts in the five innings. Seattle’s Emerson Hancock also went 5 1/3 innings allowing five hits three runs and four walks. He was relieved by JT Chargois and Tayler Saucedo to get out of the sixth inning.

Oakland went three up three down to start the seventh inning. Seattle would break the tie in the seventh inning. Luke Raley doubled driving Rodriguez home from first and with Jorge Polanco intentionally walked the Mariners had two runners on base with two outs. Tyler Ferguson who had taken over for Ross Stripling got out of the inning with minimal damage.

Oakland’s T.J.McFarland started the bottom of the eighth inning allowing a Dylan Moore single followed by a Moore stolen base to second. McFarland got the job done getting out of the inning and Oakland had one last inning to tie up the game or take the lead.

Oakland started a rally in the ninth inning off a Max Schuemann single. Lawrence Butler would strike out for the first out in the ninth. Brent Rooker popped out for the second out and it was down to JJ Bleday to keep this game going.

The rally continued when Bleday hit a single and the A’s had runners at first and third with Shea Langeliers at the plate and boy did he deliver hitting a home run giving Oakland a 6-4 lead. It was a huge blast to right field for #29 and Oakland’s third home run of the game. Seattle got Tyler Soderstrom out for the third out and Oakland was three outs away from their 70th win of the season.

The Mariners would send the top of the batting order to the plate in the bottom of the ninth inning. Mason Miller took the mound for Oakland looking to lock down his 29 save of the season.

Seattle’s Julio Rodriguez hit a single off Miller and the Mariners had started a rally of their own. Cal Raleigh struck out for the first out of the inning. Luke Raley came to the plate and tied up this game for a two run home run 6-6.

The energy had turned on a dime and the Mariners were looking for a walk-off. Miller struck out Jorge Polanco for the second out with Mitch Haniger at the plate. Haniger struck out and it was on to extra innings.

Seth Brown struck out for the first out in the top of the tenth inning. Zach Gelof struck out for the second out and Nick Allen grounded out and Seattle had a second chance to win the game with a walk-off. The Scott Alexander took the mound for Oakland looking to keep this game going. The M’s J. P. Crawford grounded out and Leo Rivas advanced to third base. Justin Turner singled driving in Rivas for the walk-off 7-6.

Game notes: Friday night the A’s lost the first game of their final season series up in Seattle against the Mariners in a shut-out 2-0. The A’s were looking to win their 70th win of the season Saturday night in game two the A’s came close but it got away in the tenth inning. For A’s starter Joey Estes five innings, five hits, three earned runs, two walks, and two strikeouts.

Seth Brown struck out for the first out in the tenth inning. Zach Gelof struck out for the second out and Nick Allen grounded out and Seattle had a second chance to win the game with a walk-off. Scott Alexander took the mound for Oakland looking to keep this game going. J. P. Crawford grounded out and Leo Rivas advanced to third base. Justin Turner singled driving in Rivas for the walk-off 7-6.

The A’s complete their three game series Sunday with the Mariners and as an Oakland brand concluding their 2024 season. Starting pitcher for Oakland Sunday RHP Mitch Spence (8-9, 4.35) for Seattle RHP Logan Gilbert (8-12, 3.33) first pitch 12:10pm PDT at T Mobile Park.

M’s, Woo, and 4 relievers blank A’s 2-0 at T Mobile Park to open series

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Seattle Mariners pitcher Bryan Woo went five innings throwing shutout ball against the Oakland A’s at T Mobile Park in Seattle on Fri Sep 27, 2024 (AP News photo)

By Jeremiah Salmonson

The Oakland A’s were up in Seattle to take on the Mariners on Friday night. The A’s just completed their final homestand at the Oakland Coliseum on Thursday afternoon.

I wasn’t on the plane up to Seattle. However, I’m sure it was an emotional ride for the A’s after putting the seal on history at O.co. The A’s defeated the Texas Rangers in the final game in Oakland 3-2. On Friday, the A’s would begin their final series as the Oakland Athletics in Seattle. The A’s lost to the Seattle Mariners on Friday 2-0.

The A’s pitched well on Friday. The loss went to A’s starter JP Sears, who gave up two earned runs on four hits. Sears was plagued by the long ball, his only blemishes being one in the second and third innings, respectively. The bullpen performance of Hogan Harris and Scott Alexander held the Mariners scoreless the rest of the way.

The A’s offense recorded five hits, but nothing could amount to any runs.

The Mariners’ home runs came off the bat of Mitch Garver in the second inning and Cal Raleigh in the third inning.

Mariners pitching did a tremendous job holding the A’s to no runs. Starter Bryan Woo went five scoreless innings, giving up three hits, with eight strikeouts and a walk to set the tone. Gabe Speier, Gregory Santos, Tayler Saucedo, and Troy Taylor closed out the game for the Mariners in the pen, only giving up two hits.

The A’s will look to bounce back on Saturday as they take on the Mariners in game two of the three-game series in Seattle at 6:40 PM PST. Starting pitchers on Saturday for Oakland RHP Joey Estes (7-9, 4.99) for Seattle RHP Emerson Hancock (4-4, 4.72).

That’s Amaury News and Commentary podcast: Countdown 19 days to A’s move out of Oakland; Lots of memories at the Coliseum

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Former Milwaukee Brewer Hank Aaron (left) and Amaury Pi Gonzalez (right) during a radio interview in 1975 at the Oakland Coliseum was definitely one of Amaury’s biggest highlights in working as a broadcaster over the decades with the Oakland A’s (photo courtesy of Topps Chewing Gum Company)

On That’s Amaury News and Commentary podcast:

#1 Amaury, 19 days from now is Thu Sep 26th which will be the very last home game for the A’s as an Oakland team. This particular homestand that were on really hit home with a lot of employees, front office people, the players and members of the media that this is it at the Oakland Coliseum.

#2 In the Seattle series the Mariners had a lot of connections with Oakland whether it’s you who worked on the Seattle Mariners Spanish TV network for a time or Mariners pitcher Bryan Woo who lived nearby the Oakland Coliseum and who came to the Coliseum as a fan before becoming a pro baseball player.

#3 The Mariners and Detroit Tigers series on this homestand represent the first of the last two homestands . These two teams alone when you look at their alumnus in past decades have a rich history. For the M’s Ken Griffey Jr, Randy Johnson, Jamie Moyer, Lou Pinella and Ichiro Suzuki to name a few.

#4 The City of Oakland and Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao were dead set on the rent price for the A’s if they were to finish their last three years 2025-27 at the Oakland Coliseum at $97 million the A’s offered to pay between $10-17 million for the interim agreement that both sides ended up walking away from. How much of a miss was this for the City and Mayor Thao?

#5 Amaury, you’ve worked here at the Coliseum since the mid 1970s you had a famous interview on the field in 1976 with former home run king the late Hank Aaron and you’ve worked with maybe 100s of different manager, players and members of the media over the decades here in this stadium what memory stands out for you the most?

Amaury Pi Gonzalez is the lead play by play voice on the Oakland A’s Spanish radio network at 1010 KIQI San Francisco and 990 KATD Pittsburg and does News and Commentary at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Oakland A’s podcast with Jeremiah Salmonson: A’s host Detroit Tigers series for last time at Oakland tonight

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Oakland A’s Brent Rooker (25) slugs a ninth inning two run homer as the Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh looks on at the Oakland Coliseum on Fri Sep 6, 2024 (AP News photo)

On Oakland A’s podcast with Jeremiah:

#1 The Oakland A’s (61-80) lost game four in their series with the Seattle Mariners (71-70) 6-4 on Thursday but they did split the series winning two walk offs in games one and two. 

#2 Brent Rooker had a couple of home runs giving him a 35 home run season so far and he is sure to add to that total before it is all said and done. 

#3 The M’s Cal Raleigh hit a two home run which contributed to the split in first inning. Raleigh also hit a fifth inning sacrifice fly in the final visit for the Mariners to Oakland.

#4 Not to mention a number of people during this past homestand became emotional as the A’s will be packing up after the next homestand when they prepare to leave for Sacramento. No exception was Seattle starting pitcher Bryan Woo who was raised near the Oakland Coliseum and grew up watching A’s baseball and started the very last Mariners game in Oakland.

#5 The Detroit Tigers are in Oakland for their last Oakland appearance leaving lots of memories of some great Detroit Tigers from years past such as, Denny McLain, Mickey Lolich, Norm Cash, Al Kaline, Willie Horton, who could forget Mark the Bird Fydrich and of course former Oakland Athletic now Tigers manager AJ Hinch to name a few?

Jeremiah Salmonson does the Oakland A’s podcasts each Friday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com