Justin Smoak (1B)

Mariners first basemen Justin Smoak continued his hot hitting during Sunday's series finale against the Rockies. Smoak registered his ninth multi-hit game of the season in the 6-4 win, including belting his fifth home run of the season. He ripped the solo shot off starter Jermy Guthrie in the third inning. He also added a RBI single in the opening frame and finished 2 for 4 with a pair of RBI. "Getting...

Seattle Mariners 1B Justin Smoak had six hits in 12 at-bats, including a two-run homer, ...

Seattle first baseman Justin Smoak hit the first home run off New York starter Andy Pettitte on the season on Sunday afternoon in the Bronx. Smoak helped the Mariners beat the Yankees as he went deep for the fourth time on the season in the fourth inning for a two-run shot. Smoak finished 2 for 4 in the game and is batting .205 on the year.

Seattle Mariners 1B Justin Smoak remained in the batting order on Wednesday, May 9, despite ...

Despite collecting just two hits over his previous 27 at-bats, manager Eric Wedge continues to express faith in first basemen Justin Smoak. Wedge dropped Smoak down to seventh in the batting order over the past few games in order to try and take some of the pressure off him. "It's double duty for switch-hitters," Wedge told MLB.com. "And you talk about a guy like Smoaker that has some power, too, and...

Seattle first baseman Justin Smoak ended his five-game drought without logging an RBI. He went 1 for 3 with a RBI in Thursday's 4-3 loss to Tampa Bay. He also drew a walk and struckout in the outing.

Justin Smoak has been dropped to the seventh spot in the Mariners' starting lineup.

Seattle Mariners 1B Justin Smoak was dropped to seventh in the batting order Wednesday, May ...

After an 0-for-4 game, Seattle Mariners 1B Justin Smoak was left with a .190 batting ...

Mariners first baseman Justin Smoak entered play Sunday with a .187 batting average, which is why manager Eric Wedge gave him a "mental break." Alex Liddi started at first base against the Blue Jays. Smoak is expected to start Monday at Tampa Bay.

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