Mariners Win Thriller

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SEATTLE, WA – AP - Carl Everett`s three-run homer capped a five-run ninth inning Wednesday as Seattle rallied to beat Texas 9-6.

The Mariners scored four runs off Texas closer Francisco Cordero (1-2).

Ichiro Suzki, who had four hits to break out off a 5-for32 slump, was hit by a pitch to lead off the ninth.

Jose Lopez followed with a double before Raul Ibanez`s sacrifice fly made it 6-5.

Richie Sexton then had an RBI single to tie the game.

Kenji Johjima singled to chase Cordero before Everett connected for his third homer of the season off reliever C.J. Wilson.

J.J. Putz (1-0) pitched an inning for the victory.

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