MLB Game Preview: Toronto Blue Jays (19-20) vs. Seattle Mariners (22-16)

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The Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners are set to face off in the final game of their three-game series at T-Mobile Park in Seattle. The Blue Jays have won three straight games, including a 6-3 victory on Saturday, while the Mariners are looking to bounce back and avoid a sweep. First pitch is scheduled for 4:10 PM ET.

Team Overview & Recent Form

Toronto Blue Jays (19-20, 4th in AL East)

  • Last Five Games: Win, Win, Win, Loss, Loss
  • Road Record: 8-12
  • Batting Average: .275 over last 10 games
  • Key Players:
  • Alejandro Kirk – Coming off a four-hit game on Saturday.
  • Vladimir Guerrero Jr. – Batting .288, with seven doubles and four home runs.
  • Anthony Santander – 10-for-40 with a double and three home runs over the past 10 games.

Seattle Mariners (22-16, 2nd in AL West)

  • Last Five Games: Loss, Loss, Win, Win, Loss
  • Home Record: 12-8
  • Batting Average: .266 over last 10 games
  • Key Players:
  • Julio Rodríguez – Four doubles, two triples, six home runs, and 17 RBIs.
  • Cal Raleigh – 9-for-31 with a double and two home runs over the last 10 games.
  • Rowdy Tellez – Hit a solo home run in Saturday’s loss.

Pitching Matchup

  • Blue Jays: José Ureña (RHP, 0-0, 8.59 ERA) – Making his second start of the season, has struggled in limited action.
  • Mariners: Bryce Miller (RHP, 2-3, 4.15 ERA) – Has a 1.47 WHIP and 8.3 K/9 through 34 2/3 innings.

Game Analysis & Predictions

  • Blue Jays’ Strategy: Toronto has momentum after three straight wins, and their offense has been clicking. If Ureña can limit damage early, they have a strong chance to complete the sweep.
  • Mariners’ Strategy: Seattle needs Miller to deliver a solid outing and their offense to capitalize on Ureña’s struggles.

Game Odds

Toronto Blue Jays             8.5

Seattle Mariners              – 192

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 10, 2025