Seattle Mariners Sweep White Sox Boost Playoff Odds

The Seattle Mariners have been on a strong run since the trade deadline, boasting a 6-1 record and securing a sweep against the Chicago White Sox which has improved their standing in the playoff race. They currently trail the Houston Astros by just two games in the American League West and hold the highest playoff odds in the division at 86%, with strong chances of winning the division and the World Series. Griffin Warner, a respected MLB bettor, recently backed the Mariners over the Tampa Bay Rays on RJ Bell’s Dream Preview, citing favorable matchups and line value. The Mariners are set to face the Rays in a three-game series at T-Mobile Park, with predictions giving Seattle a 56% chance to win the opener. ESPN insider Buster Olney highlighted the importance of the upcoming Mariners-Astros series in September, noting the season tiebreaker implications and the possibility of Seattle capturing their first division title since 2001. These developments reflect the Mariners’ growing momentum as they vie for a playoff spot and potentially a division crown.