Mariners, Padres to Compete for Inaugural Eddie Vedder Cup

San Diego, CA — The Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres will compete from May 16-18 for the inaugural Eddie Vedder Cup as part of the first official Rivalry Weekend. This new event highlights professional baseball’s most intense rivalries, ranging from geographic ties to cultural connections. The cup is named after Pearl Jam‘s frontman, Eddie Vedder, who has deep roots in both cities.

Seattle enters the weekend after a challenging homestand, managing only one win in six games. The Mariners will face the Padres at Petco Park in a crucial matchup. Seattle’s pitching will be led by Logan Evans, who has recently been reshuffled into the starting rotation. Evans aims to bounce back after a five-inning no-decision against Toronto last week.

The Padres are sending right-hander Stephen Kolek to the mound. Kolek has not allowed an earned run in 14.1 innings pitched this season, showcasing his ability to limit damage. The matchup promises to be critical for both teams as they aim to solidify their playoff positions in their respective divisions.

In line with the Rivalry Weekend celebrations, all out-of-market MLB games will be available for free to Sling TV subscribers through MLB.TV from Friday to Sunday. This allows fans to witness not only the Eddie Vedder Cup but also other high-stakes matchups across the league.

Both teams are competing in the playoff race, with the Mariners currently leading the American League West. The Padres, closely trailing behind the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League West, are eager to improve their positioning as well. Seattle holds a record of 23-19, while San Diego stands at 22-21.

The Eddie Vedder Cup represents not just a series of games but a cultural bridge between San Diego and Seattle, celebrating their shared heritage. This weekend’s series showcases the passion and competition that define Major League Baseball and its fans.

The first game of the series is set for 6:40 PM PT on Friday, May 16.