On April 15, 2026, the Seattle Mariners faced off against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park in San Diego, California, and suffered a heartbreaking 7-6 loss. The Mariners dominated the game for eight innings, with pitcher Emerson Hancock showcasing an impressive performance, allowing only one two-run homer over six innings. The Mariners' offense was also strong, highlighted by Luke Raley's first four-hit game and a powerful two-run homer from Raley in the fifth inning. However, the game took a turn in the ninth inning when the Mariners' bullpen collapsed, allowing five runs to the Padres. Despite holding a 6-1 lead, the Mariners could not secure the win, marking their seventh consecutive loss on the road and leaving them three games below .500. The defeat overshadowed Hancock's stellar outing and the team's earlier momentum following a four-game sweep against the Houston Astros.