Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez left Saturday night's 8-6 loss to the host Los Angeles Angels in the third inning after getting hit in the right ankle area by a 98.1 mph liner by teammate Randy Arozarena while attempting to steal third base.

The Seattle Mariners took a potentially huge blow during a game against the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday. Mariners superstar outfielder Julio Rodriguez exited the game in the top of the third inning.

Seattle Mariners fans held their breath on Saturday night when star outfielder Julio Rodriguez exited early against the Los Angeles Angels. The 24-year-old left the game in the third inning after being hit on the right ankle by a hard ground ball while sliding into third base during a steal attempt.