Boxscore Breakdown #85: Hail to the King – Mariners 7, Angels 2

The Angels have been really good lately. Unfortunately for them, Felix Hernandez has been even better pretty much since he was conceived. As a result, the Angels winning streak is no more. There’s no shame in that though, he’s the king.

Mariners 7, Angels 2

Run Expectancy Rundown
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Starting Pitcher Scores
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Bullpen Battle
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Game Flow
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Halo A-Hole

The Bullett misfired.