SEATTLE — Boom or bust.
Seattle Mariners first baseman Danny Valencia has experienced both extremes already this season.
“Valencia, after a slow start to the season, picked it up in May and is continuing on in June,” said Mariners manager Scott Servais, whose team will continue its 11-game homestand when the American League Central-leading Minnesota Twins visit Tuesday night.
Valencia tied a franchise record against the Tampa Bay Rays last weekend with hits in nine consecutive at-bats.
After batting just .181 in April with one home run and five RBIs, Valencia is hitting .