Mariners and Nationals Set for Intriguing MLB Showdown

SEATTLE, WA — The Seattle Mariners will face the Washington Nationals on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at T-Mobile Park. First pitch is scheduled for 9:40 p.m. ET. The Mariners have been named the favorites with moneyline odds of -210, while the Nationals come in as underdogs at +172. The over/under for the game is set at 8 runs.

Mitchell Parker will take the mound for the Nationals, going against Mariners’ pitcher Emerson Hancock. Both teams had rest days before this matchup, with Seattle looking to break a losing streak of two games. In contrast, Washington has won six out of their last eight games, despite a 2-2 record in their past four.

The Mariners currently hold a record of 30-23, ranking first in the AL West, while the Nationals sit at 24-30. Washington has a team batting average of .241 and scores an average of 4.3 runs per game. On the pitching front, their ERA sits at 5.07, which ranks them near the bottom of Major League Baseball.

Meanwhile, the Mariners have accumulated 70 home runs this season, compiling a batting average of .237. Seattle’s pitching staff has allowed 219 runs with a team ERA of 3.69, placing them in a more favorable position compared to their opponents.

As the Mariners aim to maintain their lead in the AL West during an important stretch, this game presents a welcome opportunity for both teams. Fans and bettors alike will be eagerly watching how this matchup unfolds.