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Mariners' Star Players Ready to Battle Reds in T-Mobile Park Showdown

The Mariners are gearing up to face off against the Reds in an exciting showdown at T-Mobile Park. Both teams have been putting on impressive performances in their previous games, and fans can expect a thrilling match-up between these two talented squads.


Sep 5, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds third baseman Noelvi Marte (16) reacts after hitting a solo home run in the sixth inning against the Seattle Mariners at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports

One player who has been standing out for the Mariners is Jorge Polanco. As an infielder, Polanco has been a force to be reckoned with on the field. In the last three games, he has maintained a perfect fielding percentage, showcasing his defensive prowess. On the offensive side, Polanco has been hitting .250 with an on-base percentage of .250 and a slugging percentage of .250. While he hasn't hit any home runs or recorded any RBIs, his consistency at the plate is commendable.


Another player to watch out for is Tyler France. Playing as a first baseman, France has been a key contributor to the team's success. In the past three games, he has displayed excellent fielding skills with a perfect fielding percentage. At the plate, France has been on fire with a batting average of .667 and an impressive on-base percentage of .750. He has also recorded one RBI and showcased his power with a slugging percentage of .667.


Sep 4, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Bryan Woo (33) throws against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: David Kohl-USA TODAY Sports

On the pitching front, Andrés Muñoz has been making waves as a relief pitcher for the Mariners. In his last appearance, Muñoz had an outstanding performance with an ERA of 9.0 and a WHIP of 1.0. He showcased his strikeout ability with a K/9 ratio of 9.0.


While these players have been shining for the Mariners, it's important not to overlook the talent on the Reds' roster. Emilio Pagán has been dominant as a relief pitcher for Cincinnati, boasting an impressive ERA of 0.0 and a WHIP of 1.5. Will Benson, an outfielder, has been a standout performer with a batting average of .600 and an OPS of 2.0.


Sep 4, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Seattle Mariners left fielder Dominic Canzone (8) is safe at second for for a double against Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) during the sixth inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: David Kohl-USA TODAY Sports

Based on the statistics from the previous games, it's clear that both teams have players who can make a significant impact on the outcome of the game. The Mariners will rely on Polanco and France to continue their strong performances, while the Reds will look to Pagán and Benson to lead them to victory.


The upcoming game between the Mariners and Reds is scheduled for April 17th at T-Mobile Park in Seattle. Fans can catch all the action live and witness these top performers in action.

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