Mariners’ Julio Rodriguez launches 2nd deck homer vs. Twins

The Mariners are seemingly running away with this one. Seattle put up an additional three runs after Julio Rodriguez’s big home run. All signs point toward the organization earning its 40th win of the season, keeping them firmly in the mix of the AL West.

Rodriquez’s homer on Monday is the 11th of the season for him. He’s been solid so far, as the Mariners have relied on his bat since he joined the roster in 2022. Julio Rodriguez has been lights out since winning the Rookie of the Year award that season, giving Seattle a true star in the outfield.

Entering Monday’s matchup against the Twins, Rodriguez owned a .252 batting average and .314 OBP while recording 78 hits, 10 home runs, and 35 RBIs. Each of those numbers should go up a tad once this game ends.

Getting back on track in terms of hitting home runs would be huge for Rodriguez and Seattle. The Mariners have largely leaned on catcher Cal Raleigh, as he’s already broken the record for most home runs for a catcher before the All-Star break. He’s on pace to potentially hit over 60 home runs this season.

So, if Julio Rodriguez can start going yard more often, the Mariners might become one of the more potent offenses in baseball. Especially if Rodriguez is launching the ball over 440 feet like he did on Monday.