The Seattle Mariners are set to clash with the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on September 22, 2024, at 2:35 PM under partly cloudy skies. The Mariners will send Bryan Woo to the mound, who carries a solid ERA of 2.855, while the Rangers will counter with Andrew Heaney, who has an ERA of 3.891.
In the 2024 American League West Division standings, the Mariners find themselves in 8th place with an 80-75 record, reflecting a winning percentage of .520. They boast a strong divisional performance with 27 wins against 18 losses, positioning them 2nd in their division. Their recent stretch includes 7 wins out of the last 10 games, highlighted by a current three-game win streak. The Mariners’ performance on the road shows a less favorable balance with 34 wins to 43 losses.
Conversely, the Rangers are 11th in the division with a 73-82 record, translating to a .470 winning percentage. Their standing within the division reflects 20 wins and 25 losses, landing them in 3rd place. Recent form has seen the Rangers struggling, with only 3 wins in their last 10 games, accompanied by a three-game losing streak. They’ve demonstrated more competence at home with a 43-37 record compared to their road challenges.
As for the betting odds for this matchup, they are finely poised. The point spread sits at 1.5, favoring the Seattle Mariners as the away team. The over/under for the game is set at 8.0, indicating expectations of moderate scoring. From a moneyline perspective, the Mariners are slightly favored with odds of -124, while the Rangers are considered underdogs at +105. These odds suggest a closely contested battle, with a slight edge given to the Mariners based on recent performances and pitching matchups.