# Mariners Struggle Against Lefties Again | Seattle Mariners News

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Podcast: [Seattle Mariners News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/seattle-mariners-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7456295)
Published: 2026-07-30T05:02:56+00:00
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The Mariners’ fragile momentum crumbled again as they fell 4-2 to the Dodgers, despite a valiant effort from rookie starter Emerson Hancock and a late rally. Lefty Eric Lauer dominated them for six innings, allowing just one hit, exposing their ongoing struggles against left-handed pitching. Even after a five-homer explosion the night before, the offense couldn’t sustain its heat, failing to capitalize on key opportunities. A late single kept it from being a shutout, but former Mariner Teoscar Hernandez made a clutch defensive stop, while Edwin Díaz returned in a Dodgers’ bullpen role — though not without giving up doubles. Hancock’s strikeout of Ohtani was a bright spot, but a home run and odd infield hits gave the Dodgers an early lead they never relinquished. With their payroll and talent far outpacing the Mariners’, this loss is a stark reminder of the uphill climb the team faces against baseball’s elite. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/59277f5d29d8a9a3

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