# Mariners' Hitting Crisis at Deadline | Spokane News

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Podcast: [Spokane News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/spokane-news-today-2-min-the-daily-news-now-7569664)
Published: 2026-08-01T16:04:43+00:00
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The Mariners are in freefall, sitting at 53-58 and three games behind the final wild card spot with 51 games left. Their offense is a disaster—hitting just .229, worst in the AL—with runs and on-base percentage also near the bottom. Pitching has held steady, but it’s not enough to save them. Frustration is mounting as the team lacks belief and momentum. With a 40% chance of making the playoffs thanks to a favorable September schedule, optimism is thin without a dramatic offensive turnaround. The real question: will they trade for help or pivot toward rebuilding? If they don’t act fast, this season could be over before it truly begins. 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/7f8ed0d17c7ee222

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