Mariners manager Scott Servais says Nelson Cruz is very strong, so much that he didn't need to hit that home run hard to get it out. Highlights courtesy of Root Sports and the Seattle Mariners.
Mariners left-hander James Paxton allowed a leadoff home run to the Astros' George Springer but nothing after that with he and the bullpen coming in a 2-1 victory over Houston on Monday.
Mariners starter Felix Hernandez lasted 6 1/3 innings and he allowed five hits, no walks and struck out seven in a solid start against the Oakland Athletics. The difference? A two-run home run after a balk, no-balk call in the first inning.