The Mariners limp into Globe Life Field at 2:35 PM ET looking like they swung pool noodles all April—.188 average, 38 runs, and a team ERA (2.68) that’s politely carrying the offense on its back. Texas counters with a lineup that’s only marginally less sleepy (.237) but at least remembers where the gaps are; both squads will be on MLB.TV if you enjoy offensive crime scenes.
Seattle hands the ball to Bryan Woo, who’s been stingier than a cover charge (1.38 ERA, 0.54 WHIP), while MacKenzie Gore brings a 3.97 ERA and the soothing knowledge that the Rangers’ staff (3.34 ERA) isn’t exactly the '99 Braves. With Mastrobuoni and Vargas nursing IL boo-boos for Seattle and deGrom still listed day-to-day, the real question is which offense will accidentally string three hits together. Make your pick or roast the carnage live on StreakChat.