The Mariners had a big scare at Sloan Park Monday when ace Felix Hernandez was struck in the arm by a comeback liner. Albert Almora Jr. got another crack at the leadoff spot and the game had some fireworks, but ended in a 9-9 tie after a Cubs rally. (Box Score)
Why the Cubs Tied
Mike Freeman further cemented his status as Brendan Miller’s favorite player when he went deep for a two-run homer in the bottom of the 9th to knot the game at 9-9. And since it’s a practice game, it can end in a tie.