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MLB Playoff Push: Blue Jays' playoff chances slipping away after sweep vs. Rangers
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Rangers back on top of AL West after 8-5 win in opener over Mariners, and a loss by Astros - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Mariners' 21-year playoff wait ends on Raleigh's walk-off HR
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MLB's new playoff format rewards mediocrity without adding drama
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The Mariners' biggest win of the season just came out of nowhere - Seattle Sports
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Floundering Seattle Mariners offense shut down, Nats win 4-1 - Seattle Sports
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Run aground: Mariners playoff potential plummeting after fourth straight loss — Converge Media
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Run aground: Mariners playoff potential plummeting after fourth straight loss — Converge Media
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Luis Castillo throws 7 strong innings, Mike Ford clears bases in 9-run 4th, Mariners pound Astros
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The Seattle Mariners End Their 20-Season Playoff Drought - The New York Times