The Mariners got their 5th series win in a row and head into May with a 17-13 record. I don't think I need to remind fans of the historical run this pitching staff is on. Luis Castillo silenced the Braves last night and Andres Munoz got his first five-out save of his career, while Jorge Polanco provided the offense with a two-run home run. The Mariners go for the sweep today behind Emerson Hancock.
The M's also gave the Braves their first back-to-back losses of the season, and will look to avoid their first sweep since early 2023. For the Mariners, they're looking for their second sweep of the year after taking care of the Reds back in the middle of April.
Probable starting pitchers
- Emerson Hancock will get the start today and he is making a case to stay in the rotation as Bryan Woo gets closer to returning. Hancock in his last three starts has 12 K's, three quality starts, and given up a total of four earned runs. He definitely has gotten in a groove and the Mariners are going to have a tough decision to make when Bryan Woo returns from the IL.
- Chris Sale has been an inning-eater in his last 3 starts. He has gone seven innings in each of his last three starts and striking out 20 batters along the way. On the season Sale owns a 3.69 ERA, .916 WHIP, and 33 strikeouts. I expect the Mariners will strike out out a bit today.
Seattle Mariners starting lineup, May 1
1. Julio Rodriguez CF
2. Mitch Haniger RF
3. Jorge Polanco 2B
4. Cal Raleigh DH
5. Ty France 1B
6. Dylan Moore SS
7. Luis Urias 3B
8. Sam Haggerty LF
9. Seby Zavala C
Atlanta Braves starting lineup, May 1
1. Ronald Acuna Jr. RF
2. Ozzie Albies 2B
3. Austin Riley 3B
4. Matt Olson 1B
5. Marcell Ozuna DH
6. Adam Duvall LF
7. Michael Harris II CF
8. Orlando Arcia SS
9. Chadwick Tromp C
Where can I stream today's game?
This afternoon's first pitch is scheduled for 12:40 PM PST, and can be watched online at:
MLB.tv (subscription required)
fuboTV (has free trial)
Where can I watch today's game?
Local Mariners fans can watch the game on Root Sports NW.
Braves fans can watch the game on Bally Sports-Southeast.
Where can I listen to today's game?
Mariners fan can listen to the game on KIRO 710. Braves fans can listen to the game on 680 AM/93.7 The Fan
Stat of the day
Jorge Polanco is the only Mariner who has a hit against Chris Sale. Polanco has a batting average of .308 against Sale with four RBIs.