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Mariners Expected to Secure Victory in Second Game of Series Against Rangers

The Texas Rangers will face the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on Friday night in the second game of a four-game series. Jack Leiter will start for the Rangers, while Logan Gilbert will start for the Mariners. Seattle has a recent track record of success against Texas, with a 7-3 record in their last 10 games. Stay tuned to see which team comes out on top in this Rangers vs. Mariners matchup. Please note that this preview was written prior to Thursday's game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rangers +164 | Mariners -185
• Spread: Rangers +1.5 (-135) | Mariners -1.5 (+115)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Seattle will win straight-up is 65%.

Texas Rangers

The Texas Rangers had their four-series win streak broken by the Angels in their last series, losing two out of three games. They are now looking to avoid another series loss as they face the Mariners. The team's offensive stats are currently in the lower rankings in the league, with averages of 4.13 runs per game, a .232 batting average, a .301 on base percentage, and a .378 slugging percentage. Josh Smith holds the team's highest batting average at .277, Corey Seager leads in home runs with 15, and Adolis Garcia leads in RBI with 60. On the defensive side, the Rangers are leading the league in giving up 3.49 runs per game, with opponents holding a .226 batting average against them. Their 3.22 ERA and 1.16 WHIP also lead the league. In his last start, Leiter gave up one run in six innings in a win over Atlanta, but he has struggled against Seattle in the past with an 0-2 record and 6.98 ERA in four games.

Seattle Mariners

The Seattle Mariners broke their two-game losing streak with a victory over the Texas Rangers in the first game of their series. Currently second in the AL West standings, they are 4.5 games behind Houston and will aim to narrow that gap and secure their third win in five games when they face off on Friday. Seattle averages 4.52 runs per game, ranking 12th in the league, with a .245 batting average (17th), .321 on-base percentage (12th), and .409 slugging percentage (13th). Key players include J.P. Crawford with a .265 batting average, and Cal Raleigh leading the team with 41 home runs and 87 RBIs. Defensively, Seattle is giving up 4.36 runs per game (16th), with opponents batting .242 against them (14th). Their 3.87 ERA ranks 13th, with a 1.26 WHIP placing them 14th in the league. In his last start, Gilbert gave up three hits and four runs in five innings, resulting in a 4-1 loss to the Angels. He holds a 5-2 record with a 2.79 ERA in 15 games against Texas.

Seattle Mariners Favored to Win Over Texas Rangers in Matchup Due to Strong Recent Performance and Pitching Advantages

The Seattle Mariners have demonstrated strong performance in their recent home games, winning seven out of their last 10 matches. Conversely, the Texas Rangers have faced challenges on the road, losing four of their last five games. Seattle holds a competitive advantage in this matchup due to their impressive hitting against right-handed pitchers. Additionally, the Rangers will face difficulty as they confront Leiter, who struggled in his previous road appearances by allowing eight runs in three starts. On the other hand, Texas' offensive capabilities will be hindered by their struggles against right-handers and their matchup against Gilbert, who only allowed three runs in his last three home starts. Considering these factors, it is recommended to consider placing a bet on Seattle to win on the money line.

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