SEATTLE — During the seventh inning of the Mariners' series opener with the Twins on Monday, outfielder Taylor Trammell homered off right-handed pitcher Jharel Cotton.
Going 423 feet over the right-center field wall at an exit velocity of 105.2 MPH, the solo shot cut Minnesota's lead down to 3-2 and marked Trammell's second home run of the season. It also snapped an 0 for 18 streak for the 24-year old outfielder, bringing his overall slash line to .250/.346/.523 through 53 plate appearances.
Watch Trammell's home run below, courtesy of the Mariners' official Twitter account:
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