The Kansas City Royals face the Seattle Mariners in a crucial MLB matchup on May 1, 2026, at T-Mobile Park. Both teams hope to gain momentum as they enter this series. The game starts at 9:45 PM ET.
The Royals enter the game with a record of 12-19, while the Mariners sit at 16-16. Cole Ragans will start for the Royals, holding a 1-4 record and a 5.00 ERA. Bryan Woo takes the mound for the Mariners with a 1-2 record and a 3.86 ERA.
Key player statistics:
- Bobby Witt Jr. has a .289 batting average and 10 stolen bases this season.
- Randy Arozarena boasts a .289 batting average and 11 stolen bases.
- The Mariners have a 54.4% chance to win the AL West according to FanGraphs.
The Royals lineup features stars like Bobby Witt Jr., who is crucial to their offense. However, the team has struggled early in the season, tied for the second worst record in the AL with the Red Sox.
The Mariners have been solid at home, relying heavily on their pitching depth. They look to capitalize on their home-field advantage in this series opener.
Where to watch:
The game will be broadcast on Apple TV.
This matchup serves as an important measuring stick for both teams as they navigate through the early part of the 2026 season.
