Mariners' 8-2 win ends as Emerson Hancock exits with finger bruise

The Seattle Mariners opened the game strongly and built an 8-2 lead against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. In the second inning, starter Emerson Hancock suffered a bruised finger and departed, forcing the bullpen to take over early.

Seattle's relievers limited the Rays to just four hits for the remainder of the game, preserving the comfortable margin.