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The Seattle Mariners and Kansas City Royals are set to clash in a three-game series starting on May 1, 2026, at T-Mobile Park. Both teams seek to improve their standings in their respective divisions.

The Mariners hold a current season record of 16-16, placing them second in the AL West. The Royals, with a record of 12-19, sit fifth in the AL Central. This series presents an opportunity for both teams to gain momentum.

Key player statistics:

• Bryan Woo will start for the Mariners with a record of 1-2 and an ERA of 3.86.
• Cole Ragans is expected to pitch for the Royals, holding a record of 1-4 with an ERA of 5.00.
• Randy Arozarena leads the Mariners with a .289 batting average and has scored 22 runs this season.
• Bobby Witt Jr., also batting .289, has contributed 10 runs for the Royals.
• Maikel Garcia has recorded a .274 batting average with 17 runs scored.

Both teams face challenges due to injuries. The Mariners have several key players on the injured list, including Brendan Donovan and Victor Robles. The Royals also deal with injuries affecting Jonathan India and Bailey Falter.

The game starts at 9:45 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on Apple TV+. Following this matchup, another game is scheduled for May 2 at T-Mobile Park at 9:40 p.m. ET.