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Mariners' 18-inning playoff loss was still worth the wait for fans
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As Mariners playoff drought ends, celebration begins - Sports Illustrated
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On their feet, with roars, chants and rally shoes, Seattle fans tried to will Mariners to victory
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Pollock homers to break up no-hit bid, Mariners beat A's 2-1 - Newsday
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The Mariners ended their playoff drought, and Seattle basks in hope - The Washington Post
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The Seattle Mariners End Their 20-Season Playoff Drought - The New York Times
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Mariners return home one game out of first. Here's how the playoff race breaks down, Sports
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Mariners fans experience 'pile of emotions' after 21-year playoff drought ends
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George Kirby shined & the offense showed up to keep the Mariners in the playoff hunt
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Passan on Mariners: Playoff chances, bright future, Ohtani - Seattle Sports
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Mariners outlast Rangers in 11, close in on playoff berth
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The Seattle Mariners End Their 20-Season Playoff Drought - The New York Times
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Shortstop J.P. Crawford delivers, making sure Mariners' season doesn't stop short, Mariners