Date: May 7, 2025
Time: 3:35 PM ET
Venue: Sutter Health Park, West Sacramento, CA
Broadcast: ROOT Sports Northwest, NBC Sports California
Matchup Overview
The Seattle Mariners (21-14) and Athletics (20-17) meet for the final game of their three-game series, with the winner claiming the series victory. The season series is currently tied 3-3, making this a pivotal matchup for both teams in the AL West race.
Starting Pitchers
Seattle Mariners – Bryan Woo (4-1, 2.58 ERA, 38 K)
- Last Start: 6 1/3 scoreless innings vs. Texas.
- Season Stats: 2.58 ERA, 0.83 WHIP, .184 opponent batting average.
- Analysis: Woo has been dominant, averaging 6.4 innings per start. He’ll need to control an Athletics lineup that ranks sixth in MLB in batting average (.257) and slugging percentage (.420).
Athletics – Gunnar Hoglund (1-0, 1.50 ERA, 1.17 WHIP)
- Last Start: 6 innings, 1 earned run vs. Houston.
- Season Stats: 1.50 ERA, 1.17 WHIP, .210 opponent batting average.
- Analysis: Hoglund has been impressive in limited action. He’ll need to navigate Seattle’s power-heavy lineup, which ranks fourth in MLB with 50 home runs.
Key Players to Watch
Seattle Mariners
- Cal Raleigh – Leads the team with 12 home runs and 25 RBIs.
- J.P. Crawford – 14-for-40 over his last 10 games, providing consistency.
- Miles Mastrobuoni – Delivered a clutch sac fly in extra innings in Game 1.
Athletics
- Tyler Soderstrom – Has six doubles and nine home runs, leading Oakland’s offense.
- Jacob Wilson – 13-for-40 over his last 10 games, including a walk-off hit in Game 1.
- Shea Langeliers – Hit his seventh home run of the season in Game 1.
Game Storylines & Predictions
1. Can Seattle’s Offense Break Through?
The Mariners struggled in Game 1, squandering a late lead in extra innings. They’ll need a strong offensive showing to challenge Hoglund.
2. Athletics’ Home Advantage
Oakland has been 7-10 at home, but their offense has been productive, ranking sixth in MLB in slugging percentage.
3. Pitching Duel – Woo vs. Hoglund
Woo has been Seattle’s most reliable starter, while Hoglund is looking to prove himself. The outcome may hinge on which pitcher controls the game.
Game Odds
Seattle Mariners – 135
Athletics 9.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 6, 2025
