Mariners Game #25 Preview and Discussion: SAC at SEA, 4/21

Luis Castillo will get the ball for the M’s, nonetheless seeking his first win of 2026 in his fifth begin. With a 5.40 ERA this season, the outcomes have not been on La Piedra’s aspect so far, though his 3.30 FIP suggests some unhealthy luck.

Last trip in San Diego, Castillo allowed fairly a little bit of laborious contact for one earned run over 5.1 innings — though that line is a tad deceiving. He gave up 4 runs in complete, all of which got here throughout an ill-fated second inning through which he made an error on a throw to Josh Naylor at first that maybe should’ve been pickedmaking three of the runs unearned. All in all, nobody is accusing the Mariners infield of placing on a defensive clinic these days, however Castillo did not precisely look sharp both. He’ll look to bounce again within the pleasant confines of T-Mobile Park.

The Athletics will counter with Jacob Lopez (1-1, 6.38 ERA), who can also be making his fifth begin of the season. For extra on the pitching matchup, you possibly can take a look at the series preview written by Jake Mailhot.

In different information this afternoon, the Mariners designated RHP Casey Legumina for task within the aftermath of their dropping choice final evening. As a corresponding transfer, RHP Alex Hoppe was recalled from Triple-A Tacoma and will be part of the Mariners bullpen. His first look will likely be his main league debut. John Trupin wrote concerning the roster transfer here.

The Mariners are rolling out their righty platoon to face the lefty Lopez. Cal Raleigh will get a DH day whereas Mitch Garver is behind the dish. With Rob Refsnyder within the lineup batting leadoff, JP Crawford slots right down to sixth.

First Pitch: 6:40 pm PDT

TV: Mariners.TV, with Aaron Goldsmith, Ryon Healy and Ryan Rowland-Smith

Radio: 710 AM Seattle Sports, with Rick Rizzs and Gary Hill Jr.