
Mariners vs. Guardians September 3: Cy Young Winner Ray Faces Rookie Curry in Key Matchup
The Seattle Mariners (74-58) face the Cleveland Guardians (68-62) in game two of their three-game series at Progressive Field. First pitch is scheduled for 7:15 p.m.
The Mariners won Friday's opener 6-1 behind Luis Castillo's six scoreless innings and Cal Raleigh's two home runs. Cleveland managed nine hits but failed to capitalize, with Josh Naylor and Oscar Gonzalez collecting two hits each.
Game Details:
- Mariners (-154) vs Guardians (+130)
- Run line: Cleveland +1.5
- Over/Under: 7.5 runs
Pitching Matchup:
- Mariners: Robbie Ray (11-8, 3.58 ERA, 180 K)
- Guardians: Xzavion Curry (Second MLB start)
Ray has won his last three starts, allowing just three earned runs across 19.2 innings while striking out 24. Curry made one previous MLB start against Detroit, giving up three runs in five innings.
Key Stats:
- Mariners have won 8 of their last 10 games
- Seattle's road record: 39-30
- Guardians batters are 11-for-65 lifetime vs Ray
- Amed Rosario batting .500 (5-for-10) against Ray
The Mariners enter as road favorites with their ace on the mound against Cleveland's inexperienced starter. They look to continue their playoff push while the Guardians try to maintain their AL Central lead over Minnesota.

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