Game Overview
The Seattle Mariners (72–46) continue their East Coast trip with a matchup against the Baltimore Orioles (59–59) on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. First pitch is set for 6:35 PM ET at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, with coverage on ROOT Sports Northwest and MASN. Seattle is locked in a tight AL West race, while Baltimore is trying to keep faint Wild Card hopes alive. For more matchups and betting insights, visit our MLB previews and predictions section.
Team Analysis
Seattle Mariners
Seattle’s formula has been simple but effective — elite starting pitching and timely power hitting. Logan Gilbert has been one of their most reliable arms, controlling the strike zone and limiting walks. Julio Rodríguez and Cal Raleigh provide consistent run production, and the bullpen remains a major strength for closing out tight games.
Baltimore Orioles
The Orioles have hovered around .500 all season, struggling to find consistency on offense. Trevor Rogers has shown flashes but has yet to string together dominant outings. Baltimore’s lineup, led by Adley Rutschman and Gunnar Henderson, can put pressure on pitchers, but they’ve had trouble delivering with runners in scoring position.
Pitching Matchup
| Team | Starter | Record / ERA | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariners | Logan Gilbert (RHP) | 10–5, 3.42 ERA | Tall, durable righty with a strong fastball-slider combo; effective at keeping hitters off balance early. |
| Orioles | Trevor Rogers (LHP) | 4–7, 5.12 ERA | Left-hander with good changeup feel but struggles with command and hard contact when behind in counts. |
Assessment: Gilbert offers more stability and a higher floor, while Rogers’ best days can keep Baltimore in it, but he’s been inconsistent.
Head-to-Head & Storylines
Seattle has had the upper hand in recent meetings, winning four of their last six against Baltimore. The Mariners’ pitching has stifled the Orioles’ bats in those matchups, and Gilbert will look to continue that trend. Rogers is trying to snap a personal three-game losing streak.
Key Players to Watch
- Mariners: Julio Rodríguez — can change a game with both power and speed.
- Orioles: Gunnar Henderson — Baltimore’s biggest power threat, especially against right-handers.
Recent Form & Critical Factors
Seattle is 8–2 in its last 10, outscoring opponents by 30 runs over that span. Baltimore has dropped six of its last 10, with run production being the biggest issue. Oriole Park tends to reward pull-side power, so whichever team can capitalize on the short porch in right will have the edge. Get more previews like this on our MLB game breakdowns page.
Best Bets & Prediction
- Mariners Moneyline (-145) — Gilbert gives Seattle the upper hand on the mound.
- Under 8.5 Runs — Both pitchers have the potential to limit damage early.
- First Five Innings — Mariners ML — Gilbert’s strong starts often put Seattle ahead before the bullpens get involved.
Final Score Prediction: Mariners 5 – Orioles 3. Gilbert outduels Rogers, with Seattle’s offense doing enough against Baltimore’s middle relief to take the win.
