The Mariners' fate in the playoff race is beyond their control, but for now, Seattle is keeping the pressure on the first-place Houston Astros in the American League West.

After thwarting a potential division-clinching win by the Astros on Monday, the Mariners will aim to pull within three games of their rival on Tuesday when the teams continue their three-game series in Houston.

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