Seattle Mariners vs. New York Yankees: Preview, Predictions and Picks for May 23, 2024

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May 23, 2024 6:10 AM
The Seattle Mariners, leading the series 2-1, head to Yankee Stadium to take on the New York Yankees on Thursday, May 23 at 12:35 PM. The Mariners, with a 12-13 road record, look to capitalize on their series advantage against the Yankees, who are 17-8 at home this season. With the Mariners trailing by 7 games in the standings, a win would be crucial in narrowing the gap.
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Mariners vs Yankees starting pitchers

  • Luis Gil for New York Yankees
  • Luis Castillo for Seattle Mariners

Mariners vs Yankees statistics

Stat Mariners Yankees
Hits 373 (25th) 434 (5th)
Batting Average .228 (24th) .255 (5th)
Runs Batted In 184 (23rd) 237 (4th)
Runs 191 (24th) 247 (Tied-3rd)
Home Runs 57 (9th) 73 (1st)
Walks 155 (Tied-18th) 197 (2nd)
Stolen Bases 26 (Tied-21st) 26 (Tied-21st)
Strikeouts 508 (1st) 386 (21st)
Pitches 7427 (10th) 7699 (2nd)

New York Yankees recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/22/24 vs Seattle Mariners W 7-3
5/21/24 vs Seattle Mariners L 6-3
5/20/24 vs Seattle Mariners L 5-4
5/19/24 vs Chicago White Sox W 7-2
5/18/24 vs Chicago White Sox W 6-1

Seattle Mariners recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/22/24 @ New York Yankees L 7-3
5/21/24 @ New York Yankees W 6-3
5/20/24 @ New York Yankees W 5-4
5/19/24 @ Baltimore Orioles L 6-3
5/18/24 @ Baltimore Orioles W 4-3

Mariners vs Yankees predictions

As the Seattle Mariners take on the New York Yankees, I'm expecting big things from some of their key players. Julio Rodriguez, the Mariners' star center fielder, is due for a big game. I think he'll come out swinging, racking up at least two hits and potentially even going yard. Ty France, the Mariners' first baseman, has been on a tear lately, and I see him continuing that trend, driving in a run or two with a timely double or single. And let's not forget about Cal Raleigh, the Mariners' catcher, who's been mashing the ball lately. I think he'll have a multi-hit game and possibly even knock in a run or two.

On the other side of the diamond, the Yankees are loaded with talent, and I'm expecting some big performances from their stars. Aaron Judge, the Yankees' slugger, is always a threat to go deep, and I think he'll hit a homer in this one. Juan Soto, the Yankees' right fielder, has been on a tear lately, and I see him continuing that trend with at least two hits and an RBI. And let's not forget about Giancarlo Stanton, the Yankees' designated hitter, who's always a threat to go yard. I think he'll come through with a big hit in this one.

Overall, this should be a high-scoring affair, with both teams putting up a lot of runs. But in the end, I think the Yankees' potent offense will prove to be too much for the Mariners. I'm predicting a Yankees win, 8-6, with Aaron Judge and Juan Soto leading the way.

New York Yankees injuries

  • James Norwood (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Tyler Hardman (1B): Day-To-Day
  • Ian Hamilton (RP): Out
  • Clayton Beeter (RP): Day-To-Day
  • DJ LeMahieu (3B): 10-Day-IL

Seattle Mariners injuries

  • Tayler Saucedo (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Taylor Dollard (SP): Day-To-Day
  • Colt Emerson (SS): Day-To-Day
  • Gregory Santos (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Jackson Kowar (RP): 60-Day-IL

Mariners vs Yankees game info

Venue Yankee Stadium
Location Bronx, New York
First pitch Thu 12:35 PM
Temperature 64°
Chance of Rain 51%

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