The Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres continue their three-game series at PETCO Park on Saturday, May 17, 2025. The Mariners secured a 5-1 victory in Game 1, powered by strong pitching and timely hitting. San Diego struggled offensively, managing only one run in the ninth inning.
Game Details
- Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
- Time: 6:40 p.m. PT
- Location: PETCO Park, San Diego, CA
- Broadcast: ESPN, Bally Sports San Diego
Team Breakdown & Key Players
Seattle Mariners
- Record: 24-19 (2nd in AL West)
- Key Players:
- Cal Raleigh (C): Leads the team with 14 home runs, slugging .571.
- Julio Rodríguez (CF): 13-for-42 with two home runs and four RBIs over his last 10 games.
- J.P. Crawford (SS): Returned from injury and contributed offensively in Game 1.
- Starting Pitcher: Logan Evans (RHP, 3.60 ERA) – Has struggled with walks and fly balls, making this a tough matchup.
San Diego Padres
- Record: 27-16 (2nd in NL West)
- Key Players:
- Manny Machado (3B): Batting .331, with 14 doubles and three home runs.
- Jackson Merrill (OF): 14-for-35 with a home run and seven RBIs over his last 10 games.
- Fernando Tatis Jr. (RF): Hitting .308 with a .943 OPS, showcasing elite defense.
- Starting Pitcher: Stephen Kolek (RHP, 2-0, 0.00 ERA) – Has been lights-out, throwing a complete-game shutout in his last start.
Game Storylines
- Mariners’ Road Success: Seattle has won three straight road games, looking to extend their streak.
- Padres’ Home Dominance: San Diego is 16-6 at home, ranking seventh in MLB in team ERA (3.37).
- Pitching Duel: Kolek has been dominant, while Evans needs to limit walks and fly balls.
Game Odds
Seattle Mariners 8
San Diego Padres – 192
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 16, 2025
