The Tampa Bay Rays host the Seattle Mariners on September 1, 2025. First pitch from George M. Steinbrenner Field is scheduled for 7:35 p.m. EDT; the game will be broadcast on FDSSUN.
Find my MLB betting preview and Mariners vs Rays prediction below, as well as probable pitchers, betting trends, injury reports and more.
- Mariners vs Rays pick: Under 8.5
My Mariners vs Rays best bet is on the under. Make sure to find the best odds by checking our live MLB odds page.
Mariners vs Rays Odds
Mariners Odds | ||
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Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +154 | 8.5 -115o / -105u | -110 |
Rays Odds | ||
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Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -190 | 8.5 -115o / -105u | -110 |
Mariners vs Rays Projected Starting Pitchers
Luis Castillo (SEA) | Stat | Shane Baz (TBR) |
---|---|---|
8-7 | W-L | 8-11 |
1.9 | fWAR (FanGraphs) | 1.3 |
3.75/4.40 | ERA /xERA | 5.19/3.89 |
4.08/4.22 | FIP / xFIP | 4.66/3.89 |
1.28 | WHIP | 1.35 |
14.1 | K-BB% | 15.6 |
41.6 | GB% | 47.8 |
92 | Stuff+ | 113 |
110 | Location+ | 98 |
Mariners vs Rays Prediction, Betting Analysis
When the wind blows in at 5ā35 mph during MLB games, fly balls lose distance and home run rates decline sharply. This betting system focuses on taking the under when totals fall between 6 and 11, capitalizing on how weather directly impacts scoring. Oddsmakers often underadjust for these conditions, creating value for bettors who understand how wind direction suppresses offense and shifts game outcomes.
Pick: Under 8.5
Moneyline
There is no play on the moneyline.
Run Line (Spread)
There is no play on the total.
Over/Under
Take the under in today's Mariners vs. Rays matchup.