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Dodgers and Mariners Clash in Crucial Series Opener Tonight

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SEATTLE, WA — The Los Angeles Dodgers will square off against the Seattle Mariners tonight at 9:40 p.m. ET at T-Mobile Park. This matchup marks the beginning of a vital three-game series for both teams as they head into the final stretch of the Major League Baseball season.

The Dodgers, with a current record of 90-69, have already secured a playoff berth but are still vying for the NL West title. They hold a 2.5-game lead over the San Diego Padres and only need to win one game in this series to clinch the division. A sweep by Seattle could change the course, raising the stakes for both teams.

“We know what’s at stake,” said Dodgers manager Dave Roberts. “Every game counts at this point in the season.” The Dodgers are on a hot streak, having won their last five games, including a decisive victory against the Rockies.

The Mariners, meanwhile, have clinched the AL West with a record of 89-69 and are in a tight race for playoff positioning. They have performed well recently, boasting a 20-game advantage over .500. Mariners’ manager Scott Servais noted the importance of this series as they prepare for the postseason. “We want to finish strong and carry momentum into the playoffs,” he stated.

On the mound for the Dodgers will be Emmet Sheehan, who comes with a 6-3 record and a 2.86 ERA. Sheehan delivered an impressive performance in his last outing against the San Francisco Giants, where he threw seven scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts.

Facing him for the Mariners will be George Kirby, who is 10-7 on the season with a 4.24 ERA. Kirby also had an excellent outing in his previous game, shutting out the Houston Astros over six innings.

The game will be broadcast live on ATT ROOT Sports Northwest and MLB.TV. Fans can also follow the action through various streaming options like Fubo.

Tonight’s matchup is set to promise excitement as both teams fight for their playoff aspirations.