The Seattle Mariners defeated the Texas Rangers 3-2 on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at T-Mobile Park. Rookie Kade Anderson earned the win, delivering a six-inning performance that kept the Rangers' offense in check despite allowing six hits. The victory improved the Mariners' record to 68-78, while the Rangers dropped to 72-74.
The game began with the Rangers taking the lead in the second inning. Cody Bradford allowed a solo home run to center field by Burger, who carried the ball 406 feet. The Rangers tied the game later in the second when Ward singled to center, allowing Raleigh to score from second base.
The score remained 1-1 until the fourth inning, when the Mariners took control. Young doubled to right field, driving in Ward and Naylor to give Seattle a 3-1 lead. This sequence provided the decisive margin for the home team.
Anderson, who started for Seattle, pitched six innings while surrendering six hits and one earned run. He also issued one walk and struck out five batters. The decision was recorded as his first win of the season, moving his record to 1-1.
Bradford, pitching for the Rangers, took the loss in his fourth defeat of the year. He threw four innings, allowing four hits and three earned runs, with two walks and one strikeout.