Looking to finish the season on a high note, Bradley Blalock suffered the opposite as he labored in a short start. Blalock lasted just 3 2/3 innings, allowing five runs on six hits with one strikeout and two walks while throwing 73 pitches. It was clear Blalock was laboring through the outing, running into deep counts and battling his command.

The Mariners have officially clinched the first round bye for the 2025 postseason. The extra rest is a big break for the M's, who are still awaiting news on the severity of Bryan Woo's injury. Seattle will not have to play in the best-of-three Wild Card series. Instead, they will host Game 1 of the ALDS at T-Mobile Park.