The Boston Red Sox and Seattle Mariners face off in an exciting American League matchup at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Washington. The Mariners are coming off a dominant 8-0 victory over the Red Sox in their last game, while Boston looks to bounce back and even the series.
Game Details
- Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
- Time: 9:40 PM ET / 6:40 PM PT
- Venue: T-Mobile Park, Seattle, WA
- Broadcast: ESPN, MLB Network, NESN, ROOTNW
Team Overview & Recent Form
Boston Red Sox (38-37, 4th in AL East)
The Red Sox struggled offensively in their last game, managing only two hits against Seattle’s pitching staff. Despite the loss, Boston has won six of their last ten games, showing strong form heading into this matchup.
Key Players to Watch
- Jarren Duran – Leading the team with 38 RBIs, hitting .264 on the season.
- Trevor Story – Power hitter with nine home runs, looking to spark Boston’s offense.
- Lucas Giolito – Veteran pitcher who struck out 10 batters in his last outing.
Seattle Mariners (37-35, 2nd in AL West)
The Mariners dominated Game 1, scoring five runs in the second inning and adding three more in the fourth. Cal Raleigh was the star, hitting a grand slam and driving in five RBIs. Seattle has won four of their last five games, gaining momentum in the AL West race.
Key Players to Watch
- Cal Raleigh – Leads the team with 26 home runs, including a grand slam in the last game.
- Julio Rodríguez – Dynamic outfielder with 10 home runs and 20 walks this season.
- Bryan Woo – Mariners’ starting pitcher, boasting a 3.39 ERA.
Tactical Analysis & Key Matchups
- Red Sox’s Offense vs. Mariners’ Pitching – Boston must improve their hitting against Seattle’s rotation.
- Cal Raleigh vs. Red Sox’s Bullpen – Raleigh’s power could be a game-changer.
- Pitching Duel: Walker Buehler vs. Bryan Woo – Buehler looks to rebound from recent struggles.
Seattle’s home-field advantage and recent momentum give them the edge, but Boston’s offensive potential could make this a close contest. Expect a competitive battle, with the Mariners likely securing another win.
Game Odds
Boston Red Sox – 113
Seattle Mariners 6.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, June 17, 2025
