Seattle Mariners Face Los Angeles Angels in Nationally Televised Game
The Seattle Mariners' playoff push continues as they face their division rival, the Los Angeles Angels, on Friday at 7:10 p.m. Pacific Time. The game will be broadcast exclusively on Apple TV+, bringing the Mariners into the national spotlight.
Listening to the Local Broadcast
For fans who prefer the voices of Seattle Sports radio announcers Rick Rizzs and Gary Hill Jr., Apple TV+ offers a convenient alternative. Viewers can change the audio feed to the local radio broadcast.
To switch the audio, look for the circular waveform icon above the timeline (to the right of the subtitles button). This will allow you to select either the TV audio or the radio feed. Alternatively, fans can listen to the game on Seattle Sports 710 AM, the Seattle Sports app, or online at SeattleSports.com, with pregame coverage starting at 6 p.m.
Mariners' Increased National Exposure
Friday marks the last scheduled Apple TV+ game for the Mariners this season. However, the team has been featured regularly on national broadcasts recently. This includes appearances on ESPN's Sunday Night Baseball against the New York Mets on August 17, a game on FOX against Cleveland on August 30, and a game on the Roku Channel against Atlanta last Sunday.
Furthermore, the series finale against the Houston Astros on September 21 has been moved to the primetime 4 p.m. Sunday Night Baseball slot on ESPN. If the Mariners make the playoffs, their games will be televised on ESPN and FOX platforms.
Series Preview: Mariners vs. Angels
Following a sweep against the Cardinals, the Mariners are set to host the Angels for a crucial four-game series. They are aiming to keep pace with the Rangers and close the gap behind the Astros in the AL West.
| Angels | Mariners | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Batting (wRC+) | 94 (11th in AL) | 110 (3rd in AL) | Mariners |
| Fielding (OAA) | -41 (15th) | -27 (14th) | Mariners |
| Starting Pitching (FIP-) | 115 (14th) | 102 (9th) | Mariners |
| Bullpen (FIP-) | 112 (15th) | 98 (11th) | Mariners |
The Angels have struggled this season, and are on track to improve slightly on their 99 loss season from last year. Their roster lacks depth and consistency.
Angels Lineup and Players to Watch
The Angels lineup is top-heavy, relying on players like Jo Adell, who recently earned AL Player of the Week honors. Zach Neto and Taylor Ward also contribute significantly to their offense. Former Mariners Chris Taylor and Luis Rengifo often perform well against their old team.
| Player | Position | Bats | PA | K% | BB% | ISO | wRC+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | DH | R | 497 | 30.8% | 16.7% | 0.187 | 118 |
| Yoán Moncada | 3B | S | 257 | 25.3% | 10.9% | 0.230 | 125 |
| Zach Neto | SS | R | 548 | 26.6% | 5.8% | 0.219 | 115 |
| Taylor Ward | LF | R | 606 | 25.7% | 11.9% | 0.236 | 112 |
| Jo Adell | RF | R | 516 | 25.8% | 6.0% | 0.263 | 119 |
| Luis Rengifo | 2B | S | 505 | 18.8% | 6.5% | 0.097 | 76 |
| Oswald Peraza | 1B | R | 234 | 28.6% | 6.4% | 0.084 | 36 |
| Sebastián Rivero (AAA) | C | R | 254 | 17.7% | 5.5% | 0.165 | 77 |
| Bryce Teodosio | CF | R | 108 | 32.4% | 2.8% | 0.111 | 55 |
Probable Pitchers
Game 1: José Soriano (Angels) vs. Bryce Miller (Mariners)
| Pitcher | IP | K% | BB% | HR/FB% | GB% | ERA | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Soriano | 163.2 | 21.3% | 10.5% | 15.8% | 66.1% | 4.07 | 3.70 |
| Bryce Miller | 70 | 17.4% | 9.5% | 13.5% | 36.9% | 5.53 | 5.20 |
José Soriano, despite a high groundball rate, struggles with command and strikeout rate.
Game 2: Yusei Kikuchi (Angels) vs. Luis Castillo (Mariners)
| Pitcher | IP | K% | BB% | HR/FB% | GB% | ERA | FIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yusei Kikuchi | 161.2 | 23.0% | 9.7% | 11.9% | 37.5% | 4.18 | 4.31 |
| Luis Castillo | 161.1 | 21.2% | 6.5% | 11.3% | 42.0% | 3.85 | 4.08 |
Yusei Kikuchi has struggled with command this season, while Luis Castillo looks to regain his form after some shaky outings.
Game 3: Mitch Farris (Angels) vs. Bryan Woo (Mariners)
Mitch Farris, a recent call-up, relies on a screwball-style changeup.
Game 4: Caden Dana (Angels) vs. George Kirby (Mariners)
Caden Dana, once a top prospect, has experienced command issues this year, while George Kirby looks to capitalize on Dana's struggles.
AL West & Wild Card Standings
The Mariners are currently battling for the top spot in the AL West and a Wild Card berth. Key series this weekend include the Yankees vs. Red Sox and the Guardians vs. White Sox.
| Team | W-L | W% | Games Behind | Recent Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astros | 79-67 | 0.541 | — | L-W-L-L-W |
| Mariners | 78-68 | 0.534 | 1.0 | W-W-W-W-W |
| Rangers | 77-70 | 0.524 | 2.5 | L-W-W-W-W |
| Angels | 69-77 | 0.473 | 10.0 | L-W-L-W-W |
| Athletics | 67-80 | 0.456 | 12.5 | W-L-L-L-W |
How to Watch Mariners vs. Angels on Apple TV Plus
The Seattle Mariners face the Los Angeles Angels in "Friday Night Baseball" at T-Mobile Park, with the first pitch at 7:10 p.m. Pacific. The game streams exclusively on Apple TV Plus.
Apple TV Plus offers a 7-day free trial, after which a subscription costs $12.99 per month. This week's "Friday Night Baseball" also features the Boston Red Sox vs. New York Yankees game.
Key Mariners Players
The Mariners offense is led by key players such as Cal Raleigh, Randy Arozarena, and Julio Rodriguez.
- Cal Raleigh: Leads MLB in home runs and is second in RBI.
- Randy Arozarena: Currently on a six-game hitting streak.
- Julio Rodriguez: Has multi-hit performances in recent games.
Key Angels Players
The Angels are looking to play spoiler with players like Taylor Ward, Jo Adell, and Zach Neto. While Jo Adell and Taylor Ward continue to display significant power, the Angels struggle to string wins together due to team batting average.
Pitching Matchup Details
Luis Castillo (9-8, 3.85 ERA) will start for the Mariners against Yusei Kikuchi (6-11, 4.18 ERA) for the Angels. Both pitchers have had recent struggles.
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: SEA: (-176), LAA: (+144)
- Run line: SEA: (-1.5), LAA: (+1.5)
- Over/Under: 8
Odds are provided by DraftKings.
Announcers
Alex Faust (play-by-play) and Ryan Spilborghs (analyst) will be the announcers on Apple TV Plus, with Tricia Whitaker reporting from the field.
