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Northwest Sports Update Mariners near division lead, Bells continue dominance on offense, Storm earn road win and more

Bellingham, WASports

The Mariners aim to tighten their AL West division race against the Athletics tonight, following a solid 3-1 victory in their series opener. Luis Castillo's stellar seven innings of one-run ball paved the way for the win, bolstered by Josh Naylor's first home run as a Mariner. The Bells showcased their offensive prowess with an 11-1 rout of the Kelowna Falcons, where Aiden Aguayo contributed three hits and four RBI. Catcher Andrew Lamb also had a standout performance with four hits and three RBI. The Storm added to the excitement with a 101-85 victory over the Connecticut Sun, featuring Skylar Diggins' historic triple double.

Seattle's teams are currently experiencing a surge, with the Mariners now just three games behind in the division. Tonight's matchups are crucial as they aim to maintain their momentum heading into the latter part of the season. Fans can expect an engaging evening of baseball and basketball action.

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