seattle mariners Made a strong start in Game 2 of the American Champions League series on Monday julio rodriguez,
Center fielder smashes 84 mph splitter trey yesways For a three-run homer in the top of the first inning. toronto blue jays According to ESPN Research, the right-hander had never allowed an extra-base hit on a splitter before.
It is Rodriguez’s second home run of the postseason, as Seattle looks to take a 2-0 lead in the series.
Julio Rodriguez 3-run homer! #ALCS pic.twitter.com/LdnHOBG3P2
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The blast was Yesavage’s first career home run allowed in his fifth career start (regular season and playoffs). Entering Monday, he had allowed only two extra-base hits in 19⅓ innings pitched.
In Game 1, Seattle went down 1-0 in the first inning and came back to win. 3-1 On Sunday. The series will move to Seattle on Wednesday.
ESPN Research contributed to this report.
