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Explaining the Mariners' magic number to reach the playoffs
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Seattle Mariners clinch first postseason berth since 2001
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Rangers wrap up first playoff berth since 2016, help eliminate
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Martin Maldonado exudes confidence following Astros' dramatic AL
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AL Wild Card standings: Seattle Mariners make MLB playoffs
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Here is Mariners' magic number to clinch first postseason berth
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Shortstop J.P. Crawford delivers, making sure Mariners' season
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Commentary: As if these Mariners could clinch a playoff berth with
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Mariners erase 7-run deficit, sweep Blue Jays with 10-9 win
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Captain Crawford in the clutch: J.P. walks off Rangers to keep the
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Mariners Fast Facts: Seattle dominates playoff return, beats Blue
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