Athletics vs Mariners Prediction MLB Picks Today 9/18
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- Sep 18, 2023, 7:56:11 AM
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Seattle Mariners vs. Oakland Athletics: Team Preview and Prediction
Get ready for an MLB showdown as the Seattle Mariners take on the Oakland Athletics at Oakland Coliseum. In this team preview, we'll analyze both teams' recent performance and explain our final prediction.
Seattle Mariners
The Seattle Mariners have shown promise this season, and their pitching staff has been a key factor.
Bryan Woo on the Mound:
Bryan Woo, with a 3-4 record and a 4.16 ERA, will start for the Mariners. Woo has demonstrated the ability to keep opposing hitters in check, which bodes well for a low-scoring game.
Effective Pitching:
The Mariners' pitching staff, including JP Sears, has been effective in recent games, limiting their opponents' run production.
Recent Form:
The Mariners are coming off a couple of low-scoring games, indicating their ability to control the pace of play.
Oakland Athletics
The Oakland Athletics have had a challenging season, and their batting lineup has struggled.
JP Sears on the Mound:
JP Sears, with a 5-11 record and a 4.45 ERA, will start for the Athletics. While Sears has had his moments, the Mariners' effective pitching may pose challenges for the A's.
Struggles at the Plate:
The Athletics have had difficulties generating offense this season, which could lead to a lower-scoring game.
Prediction:
Considering the recent form of both teams and the pitching matchup, it's likely that this game will be low-scoring. The under of 7.5 runs appears to be the best bet, as both teams have struggled to score runs consistently.
With strong pitching and limited offensive production, don't be surprised if this game stays under the predicted run total.
