Daniel Kramer

Luis Castillo’s night is done after clearing the 4th inning, scoreless -- paving way for Bryce Miller to take over in this second go-round at their piggyback. That followed what appeared to be a pretty candid exchange from Castillo to Dan Wilson in the dugout.

That’s another error from J.P. Crawford -- his fifth of the season -- on a chopper that he fielded behind second base. He had one very similar yesterday in Kansas City.

J.P. Crawford goes straightaway against a first-pitch splitter for No. 7 of the season. Exit velo: 101.0 mph Launch angle: 26° Distance: 414 ft. Hang time: 5.1 seconds

A solid escape from Luis Castillo here in the 3rd inning... With runners on the corners, he K’s Shea Langeliers and Brent Rooker back-to-back to get out of it. And ✊

Full breakdown of the six-spot from the Mariners in the 3rd inning here in Sacramento... The two homers were huge, but just as key was the traffic that preceded them.

Josh Naylor and the Mariners take advantage of a high throw on a would-be, inning-ending double play -- and that will put them on the board here in the 3rd. Colt Emerson scores, after drawing a leadoff walk then going first-to-third on a single from Julio Rodríguez.

The latest on Cal Raleigh, who has begun baseball activity for the first time since being placed on the IL... mlb.com/news/cal-ralei…

Gabe Speier (left shoulder inflammation) has joined the Mariners here in Sacramento and reported positives after a few Minors rehab outings. He hasn’t been officially activated, but could happen “soon,” per Dan Wilson.

Cal Raleigh was slated for light catch play today, Dan Wilson just said. That represents his first baseball activity since he was placed on the IL. No timeline yet on his return, but sounds like he’ll remain in Arizona rehabbing for at least a little while longer.

The reality of this Mariners' situation right now has been inevitable for weeks -- that not everyone involved is going to be happy about it. Another reality is that the roster’s architects are trying the best they can with what they have. mlb.com/news/mariners-…

J.P. Crawford's willingness to change positions isn't just about the Mariners' immediate need. He's thinking about next year and beyond. "I want to be a Mariner for life, and I think that's the best way to do it." mlb.com/news/j-p-crawf…

J.P. Crawford on Colt Emerson: "I just want to be there for him. We're on the same team. We all have the same goal, and that's to win a World Series. And the sooner you could get comfy here, the better."

J.P. Crawford on transitioning to third base: "I want to be a Mariner for life. And I think that's the best way to do it. And just always being open to helping the team win."

Amped Cam™ : Jose A. Ferrer He locks down his third save with a 99.4 mph swinging strikeout to Colson Montgomery.

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Randy Arozarena, No. 5 of the season and for some much-needed insurance. Exit velo: 105.1 mph Launch angle: 25° Distance: 396 ft. Hang time: 5.2 seconds

Jhonny Pereda, first career home run -- and it gives the Mariners a late lead here in the 7th inning. Exit velo: 106.7 mph Launch angle: 22° Distance: 392 ft. Hang time: 4.4 seconds

Quite an escape for Emerson Hancock in the 1st inning, after walking the bases loaded with no outs. He then K’d Tristan Peters and induced a 4-6-3 double play to Drew Romo to get out of it. And he was fired up about it, too.

J.P. Crawford's trial at third base has begun -- and it was all his idea. “Not many players in his position would be willing to do this. He loves the Mariners and he wants to do anything to win a World Series here.” mlb.com/news/j-p-crawf…

It was actually J.P. Crawford’s idea to try third base. He approached Dan Wilson over the weekend, then his agent reached out to Justin Hollander to double down. They’re unsure where it’ll go. But Hollander said it showed a lot for a veteran willing to help the team.