MLB Game Preview: Seattle Mariners (39-37) vs. Minnesota Twins (37-40)

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Game Details

  • Matchup: Seattle Mariners (39–37) vs. Minnesota Twins (37–40)
  • Date: Monday, June 23, 2025
  • First Pitch: 7:40 PM ET
  • Venue: Target Field, Minneapolis, MN
  • Broadcast: FS1, ROOT Sports NW, Bally Sports North, MLB.TV

Game Context & Stakes

The Mariners open a four-game road series against the Twins after taking two of three from the Cubs at Wrigley Field, scoring 30 runs in the process. Meanwhile, the Twins limp into this matchup after being swept by the Brewers, outscored 35–14 over the weekend. Seattle won the first series between these teams earlier this season (2–1), with all three games decided by one run.

Probable Pitchers

Seattle Mariners – Bryan Woo (RHP)

  • Record: 6–4
  • ERA: 3.12
  • WHIP: 1.08
  • Last Start: 7 IP, 0 ER, 6 K vs. Boston
  • Scouting Report: Woo has logged 6+ innings in all 14 starts this season and is coming off his fourth 7-inning gem. He thrives on command and induces weak contact with a sinker-slider mix.

Minnesota Twins – Bailey Ober (RHP)

  • Record: 4–4
  • ERA: 4.54
  • WHIP: 1.29
  • Last Start: 5.2 IP, 4 ER, 9 H vs. Reds
  • Scouting Report: Ober has struggled recently, allowing 18 earned runs and 8 home runs in his last four starts. He’ll need to keep the ball in the yard against Seattle’s surging offense.

Players to Watch

Seattle Mariners

  • Cal Raleigh: Leads MLB with 31 home runs and 66 RBI; hitting .276 with a 1.042 OPS
  • Julio Rodríguez: .252 AVG, 10 HR, 10 SB; three-game hit streak
  • J.P. Crawford: Team-high .291 AVG; .400 OBP in June
  • Jorge Polanco: Former Twin; 11 HR, 36 RBI in his second season with Seattle

Minnesota Twins

  • Byron Buxton: .285 AVG, 17 HR, 47 RBI; team leader in all three categories
  • Brooks Lee: .362 AVG in June; had 4 hits on Sunday
  • Carlos Correa: Season-high .257 AVG after 4-hit game
  • Trevor Larnach: .257 AVG, 10 HR; consistent power threat

Trends

  • Mariners are 6–3 in their last 9 games
  • Twins are 1–9 in their last 10, allowing 7.97 ERA over that span
  • Mariners have won 8 of 14 games started by Bryan Woo
  • Twins have lost 5 straight games started by Bailey Ober

How to Watch Mariners vs Twins – June 23, 2025

  • TV Channels: FS1 (National), ROOT Sports NW (SEA), Bally Sports North (MIN)
  • Streaming: MLB.TV, FuboTV (regional restrictions may apply)
  • Radio: 710 AM Seattle Sports (SEA), 830 WCCO (MIN)

Game Odds

Seattle Mariners              – 132

Minnesota Twins             8.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, June 22, 2025

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