Taylor Ward drives in go-ahead run, J.P Crawford hits two-run homer as Mariners beat Angels 8-4

Taylor Ward’s pinch-hit two-run single in the seventh inning gave the Seattle Mariners the lead, followed by J.P. Crawford’s two-run homer, securing an 8-4 victory over the Los Angeles Angels. Mariners pitcher Kade Anderson left the game in the fourth inning after being hit by a line drive, resulting in a left forearm bruise. Ward, who has struggled since joining the Mariners, drove in two runs off Angels pitcher Mitch Farris, and Crawford hit a home run on the next pitch. The Angels had tied the game in the sixth inning with four runs, including a two-run single by Bryce Teodosio. In the ninth, Josh Naylor made history by becoming the first first baseman since 1920-1922 to have consecutive 30-steal seasons. Gabe Speier pitched a scoreless ninth for the Mariners, and Carlos Vargas earned the win. The season finale will feature a pitching matchup between Yusei Kikuchi and Logan Gilbert. QUESTION: How might the Mariners’ victory and individual player achievements influence their momentum going into the next season?