The Kansas City Royals and Seattle Mariners open a weekend series on May 1, 2026, at T-Mobile Park. The game starts at 9:45 PM ET.
The Royals enter the matchup with a record of 12-19. The Mariners have a slightly better record at 16-16.
Cole Ragans will be the starting pitcher for the Royals. He has a 1-4 record with a 5.00 ERA. Bryan Woo is set to start for the Mariners, holding a 1-2 record and a 3.86 ERA.
The game will be available for fans to watch on Apple TV. Both teams aim to gain crucial momentum as they navigate their respective divisions.
Key players to watch:
- Bobby Witt Jr. leads the Royals with a .289 batting average and 10 stolen bases this season.
- Randy Arozarena is another key player for the Royals, boasting an impressive .289 batting average and 11 stolen bases.
- The Mariners rely heavily on their pitching depth, which has been solid at home this season.
The Mariners have a 54.4% chance to win the AL West, according to FanGraphs. Meanwhile, the Royals find themselves tied for the second worst record in the American League.
This opener feels like a useful measuring-stick game for both teams. The Royals have really stumbled out of the gate this season, while the Mariners look to capitalize on their home advantage.
