Julio Rodriguez Working Through Early Slump as Mariners Sweep Astros

Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez is off to a slow start in 2026, but his team is finding ways to win regardless. Rodriguez was part of the Mariners squad that completed a series sweep of the Houston Astros on Monday. While his personal statistics have yet to reflect his usual All-Star caliber production, the team's overall offensive performance improved significantly during the 6-2 victory. Rodriguez remains a focal point of the lineup as he seeks to regain his form soon.