Mariners trot the bases in 5-3 win over the Astros

Erik Williams-Imagn ImagesThe Mariners figured they’re better off jogging around the bases instead.

The Mariners won 5-3 in Houston on Friday in a back-and-forth game that featured questionable base running, a few clutch moments, and homers in a variety of shapes and sizes. The lineup collected five walks, 10 hits, including three homers, and the bullpen shut the door following a solid performance from Emerson Hancock. The win pushes the Mariners to 3.5 games above the Astros for first place in the AL West at the 50 game mark.

Leody Taveras picked up three hits in a (mostly) great evening for the Mariners newest right fielder. Leading off top of the third, Taveras lasered a middle-middle…