Seattle (21-14) at Athletics (20-17)
- When: May 7 2025, 3:35 PM
- Where: Sutter Health Park, West Sacramento
- Where to watch: NBCS-CA
Seattle Mariners vs. Athletics Game Preview and Prediction
Moneyline: Seattle Mariners (-149)
Total: 9.0
The Seattle Mariners and Athletics are set to wrap up their three-game series with Seattle looking to secure the series win. Bryan Woo will be on the mound for the Mariners, a name that has become synonymous with dominance against the Athletics. The Mariners are favored, and it’s easy to understand why given Woo’s impeccable track record against this opponent.
Seattle Mariners Overview
Seattle hands the ball to Bryan Woo, who has been near untouchable when facing the Athletics. The 25-year-old right-hander boasts a flawless 6-0 record with a 0.72 ERA in seven career starts against Oakland. In those appearances, he’s given up only three runs across 37 1/3 innings, dismantling their lineup with ease. This season, Woo has been just as sharp, with 38 strikeouts and just seven walks over 38 1/3 innings, supporting a 2.58 ERA.
Woo enters this matchup on a hot streak, allowing just four hits combined in his last two starts, striking out eight in each performance. Most recently, he silenced the Boston Red Sox, giving up two runs over six innings before stifling the Texas Rangers with just one hit over 6 1/3 scoreless innings. Oakland’s hitters have had minimal success against Woo, with Brent Rooker going just 1-for-14 (a solo homer), Tyler Soderstrom 3-for-10 with one homer, and Lawrence Butler struggling at 1-for-13.
Athletics Overview
The Athletics counter with Gunnar Hoglund, making his second major league start. The rookie impressed in his debut against the Marlins, tossing six innings of one-run ball, scattering six hits while striking out seven and walking none. Manager Mark Kotsay praised Hoglund’s aggressiveness, but facing Seattle is a different challenge. Oakland’s bullpen is coming off a shaky performance, as Tyler Ferguson couldn’t close out a late lead in Game 2, a contest Seattle stole with a 5-3 victory after a three-run ninth inning.
Offensively, the Athletics saw strong performances from Brent Rooker with three hits and two steals, and Tyler Soderstrom who also had three hits. Miguel Andujar chipped in with two hits and two RBIs, including a go-ahead single in the eighth inning. However, the team couldn’t hold off Seattle’s late push, which was capped by Cal Raleigh’s clutch two-run single.
Prediction and Final Score
Seattle’s edge on the mound is evident with Woo’s mastery over the Athletics. His consistency and Oakland’s lack of success against him suggest another long day for the Athletics’ offense. Hoglund showed promise in his debut, but handling a Mariners lineup that comes alive late, as seen in Game 2, will be a true test. Seattle is expected to control the tempo early and maintain it throughout.
Final Score Prediction: Mariners 5, Athletics 2
Lean: Seattle RL -1.5 (+110)
Total: Under 9.0 (-120)
Expect Seattle to win and cover the spread, with the Under 9.0 being a strong play given Woo’s historical dominance against Oakland.
- MLB Odds source: MyBookie Sportsbook
