The St. Louis Cardinals (72-72) are set to clash with the Seattle Mariners (75-68) in a crucial 3-game series opener at T-Mobile Park in Seattle. First pitch is scheduled for 9:40 p.m. ET, promising a night of intense baseball as both teams battle for playoff contention.
Cardinals Seek Wild Card Redemption
St. Louis arrives in Seattle after a successful 4-2 homestand, capped off by a 4-3 victory against the San Francisco Giants. Sonny Gray's near no-hitter and Ivan Herrera's clutch hitting fueled the Cardinals' win. With 18 games remaining, the Cardinals are 4.5 games out of a Wild Card spot, making this series a must-win.
Mariners Defend Wild Card Lead
The Mariners return home after a challenging 9-game road trip where they managed only 3 wins. However, two of those wins came against Atlanta, including a dominant 18-2 performance. Eugenio Suarez's two home runs and Cal Raleigh's MLB-leading 53rd homer showcased the Mariners' offensive firepower. Seattle currently holds a narrow 1.5-game lead over the Texas Rangers for the final Wild Card spot.
Pitching Matchup: Mikolas vs. Woo
The game features a pitching duel between the Cardinals' RHP Miles Mikolas (7-10, 4.89 ERA) and the Mariners' RHP Bryan Woo (12-7, 3.02 ERA). Mikolas aims to improve his record, while Woo looks to continue his strong season, especially at home where he boasts a 2.35 ERA.
Key Stats to Watch
- Mikolas's career record against Seattle: 1-1 with a 5.28 ERA.
- Woo's impressive home stats in '25: 8-2 with a 2.35 ERA and a 0.84 WHIP.
This series is pivotal for both teams' playoff aspirations. Expect a high-stakes, competitive matchup as the Cardinals attempt to gain ground in the Wild Card race and the Mariners fight to maintain their lead.