Will Mariners' Hitting Prowess Overwhelm Reds at Peoria?

As the Seattle Mariners gear up to face the Cincinnati Reds, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying encounter. The Mariners have been showcasing a formidable offensive display, and all eyes will be on whether they can continue their momentum when they step onto the field at Peoria Sports Complex.

In their recent pre-season game on March 19 against the Colorado Rockies, the Mariners' bats were on fire. They amassed a staggering 18 hits and crossed home plate 12 times without committing a single error. Their hitting average was an impressive .462, with an on-base percentage (OBP) of .477 and slugging percentage (SLG) of .718. These numbers aren't just good; they're indicative of a team that's finding its rhythm at bat early in the season.

The bullpen also held its own in that game, maintaining an earned run average (ERA) of just 1.5 over six innings pitched – a testament to their ability to close out games effectively. The defense was flawless as well, boasting a perfect fielding percentage.

However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for SEA in their pre-season outings. In another match-up against Arizona Diamondbacks on March 17, despite being ahead early with two runs in the first inning and adding another couple later in the game, they ultimately fell short by one run due to errors and missed opportunities.

The Reds will certainly pose challenges for SEA; however, given Seattle's recent performances – particularly their explosive second inning against Colorado where seven runs were scored – it's clear that if they can replicate this form offensively while tightening up defensively when needed, they stand a strong chance of overpowering CIN.

Fans should expect SEA to leverage their high batting averages and capitalize on runners in scoring positions which has been evident from previous games where hit after hit led them to victory.

Looking ahead to March 22nd at Peoria Sports Complex where first pitch is scheduled for 6:40 PM MST - fans can catch all action live as these two teams clash once more this pre-season. Will Seattle maintain its offensive surge or will Cincinnati disrupt their flow? Only time will tell but one thing is certain - it's going to be one heck of a ballgame!