Mariners and Rays Face Off for Early Taste of Playoff Action in Florida Series Opener
The Mariners and Rays open a weekend series in Florida with both teams firmly in the playoff picture. Seattle looks to jump back into the win column after losing the final
Game outlook
The Mariners and Rays open a weekend series in Florida with both teams firmly in the playoff picture. Seattle looks to jump back into the win column after losing the final game of a three-game series against the Reds, while Tampa Bay came away with an 8-6 win in 11 innings during the middle of a three-game set with the Red Sox. This will be the second series between these two teams this season, with the Mariners taking two of three at home in June. Luis Castillo (ERA: 3.24) will be the starter for Seattle and Zack Littell (ERA: 4.69) will face off against him for the Rays, with Seattle favored at -115 with the current line at -133.
Game Info
When: Thursday, 9/7/2023 @ 6:40pm EST
Where: Tropicana Field Stadium Mariners vs Rays Betting Odds Moneyline: Mariners -133 | Rays +117
Spread: Mariners -1.5 (+123) | Rays +1.5 (-143)
Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Seattle will win straight-up is 57%.
Seattle Mariners
The Seattle Mariners have suffered three straight losses, leaving them with a 77-61 record and second in the AL West. They place one game behind the Astros for the top spot, and hold the second Wild Card spot, one game ahead of the Rangers. Tuesday’s loss saw two-run homers from Julio Rodriguez (his 26th and 27th), Josh Rojas and Teoscar Hernandez (his 25th). Andres Munoz (3-7) took the loss in relief. Luis Castillo (11-7, 3.19 ERA, 1.033 WHIP) takes the mound in the next game against the Rays. Ranked #10 offensively (4.79 points scored per game) and #3 defensively (allowing 4.06 points per game), the Mariners have 78-60 record this season.