The New York Yankees, currently holding a record of 23-17, are set to face off against the Seattle Mariners, who sit at 22-17, in a three-game series beginning Monday night at T-Mobile Park, with first pitch scheduled for 9:40 p.m. ET. This matchup marks the season’s first meeting between the two teams, with the Yankees having defeated the Mariners 4-3 in 2024.
The Yankees enter the series on a high note, having won three of their last four games including an impressive 12-2 victory against the Oakland Athletics in Sacramento on Sunday. Star outfielder Aaron Judge had a stellar performance, going 4-for-5 with two runs batted in, while first baseman Paul Goldschmidt contributed by hitting three doubles and also driving in two runs.
On the other side, the Mariners have experienced some challenges recently. Despite a decent 8-5 record over their last 13 games, they were swept at home by the Toronto Blue Jays in a three-game series, culminating in a tough 9-1 loss on Sunday. The Mariners struggled offensively in that game, managing only four hits, while starting pitcher Bryce Miller allowed seven runs over five innings.
In terms of pitching matchups, Yankees’ RHP Clarke Schmidt (0-1, 4.79 ERA) will take the mound against Mariners’ RHP Emerson Hancock (1-1, 5.70 ERA). Schmidt is making his fifth start of the season, coming off a no-decision performance against the San Diego Padres where he pitched six innings and allowed two earned runs. He has a solid career record against the Mariners, with a 1.72 ERA over three starts. Hancock, making his sixth start, also had a no-decision in his last outing against the Athletics but has struggled at home this season.
Looking at the odds from BetMGM Sportsbook, the Yankees are favored at -150 on the moneyline, while the Mariners sit at +125. The run line for the Yankees is -1.5 at +120, indicating expectation for a competitive game.
The predictions lean in favor of the Yankees, with many anticipating a 6-3 victory given their recent offensive prowess and the challenges faced by the Mariners. Additionally, both teams have shown tendencies to allow high run totals in recent games, leading to a recommendation to bet on the over for the game’s total runs.
With the Yankees aiming to maintain their momentum and the Mariners looking to bounce back, this series opener promises to be exciting for baseball fans. Both teams have the potential for strong performances, and the upcoming games could be pivotal in shaping their season trajectories.