Mariners Edge Out Diamondbacks in Extra Innings for Series Sweep

SEATTLE, Washington, May 31, 2026 — The Seattle Mariners executed their innovative pitching strategy, using a piggyback system with Bryce Miller and Luis Castillo to secure a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks in ten innings at T-Mobile Park. Each pitcher completed five innings while throwing an identical 71 pitches, leading the Mariners to complete the series sweep.

Miller showcased his skills by effectively mixing his pitches against a Diamondbacks lineup known for its fastball-hitting prowess. He recorded an impressive 17 swinging strikes, outshining Milwaukee's rising star, Jacob Misiorowski. "It’s cool seeing the whiff and the results and the swing and miss on non-fastballs," Miller remarked after the game. He noted the improvement of his off-speed pitches, highlighting the success of his slider and cutter.

The Mariners took the lead in the second inning, thanks to Cole Young, who has been working hard to refine his batting technique this month. Young connected with a fastball, sending it soaring for a home run at 105.4 mph. Although Seattle had opportunities to extend their lead, they struggled to capitalize, leaving runners stranded multiple times throughout the game.

When Castillo took over, he faced immediate pressure, allowing a walk and a double that set the stage for a run-scoring wild pitch, which tied the game at two. Despite some defensive missteps, Castillo managed to navigate through the innings and kept the score close, but the Mariners' earlier missed opportunities loomed large.

In the sixth inning, Dominic Canzone hit a solo home run, briefly putting the Mariners ahead again. However, Castillo encountered more trouble in the eighth, allowing the Diamondbacks to tie the game again. Yet, thanks to a stellar defensive play by Cole Young, the Mariners managed to escape the inning unscathed.

Ultimately, the game came down to the tenth inning, where Victor Robles hit a walk-off infield single, sending the Mariners home victorious. Seattle's ability to utilize their piggyback pitching strategy effectively allowed them to maintain a competitive edge throughout the game.