Mariners take over first place in AL West as hot streak continues
- The Seattle Mariners have overtaken the Texas Rangers for first place in the AL West.
- The Mariners have MLB's best record since July 1 at 36-14.
- This is the Mariners' first share of first place since 2003.
- Mariners star Julio Rodríguez is excelling in August with a .414 average and 27 RBI.
- The Rangers have struggled lately, going 1-9 over their last 10 games.