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Orioles' Gunnar Henderson and Mariners Set for an Exciting Matchup in Seattle

First Inning


As the Orioles prepare to face the Mariners at T-Mobile Park, all eyes will be on Gunnar Henderson, the standout shortstop for the Birds. Over the last three games, Henderson has been a beacon of consistency and performance. With a batting average of .500 in two out of his last three games, his ability to get on base and contribute offensively is undeniable. His OPS (On-base Plus Slugging) has consistently hovered around 1.0, showcasing his balanced approach at the plate.


Jul 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez (30) throws against the Seattle Mariners during the fifth inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

In their recent matchups against the White Sox, Henderson's fielding was flawless with a perfect fielding percentage, demonstrating his defensive prowess as well. His ability to maintain composure under pressure will be crucial as he leads the charge for Baltimore in this upcoming clash.


Second Inning


The Mariners have their own set of stars ready to shine. J.P. Crawford, playing shortstop for Seattle, has shown remarkable hitting skills with an impressive .500 average in one of his recent games against the Twins. His OPS reached 1.25 during that game, indicating his potential to make significant contributions both offensively and defensively.


Jul 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners left fielder Luke Raley (20) reacts after striking out against the Baltimore Orioles to end the first inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Pitcher Luis Castillo is another key player for the Emerald City squad. With an ERA of 0.0 in his last outing and a WHIP (Walks plus Hits per Innings Pitched) of just 1.0, Castillo's control over the mound is expected to challenge Orioles' hitters significantly.


Third Inning


For Baltimore's pitching lineup, Charlie Morton stands out with a stellar ERA of 0.0 from one of his recent performances against Chicago White Sox. Morton's ability to keep opponents off base with a WHIP of 1.05 will be vital as he faces Seattle's lineup.


Jul 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Baltimore Orioles center fielder Cedric Mullins (31) hits an RBI-single against the Seattle Mariners during the seventh inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Another notable mention from Baltimore’s bullpen is Bryan Baker who also maintained an ERA of 0.0 across two games while striking out batters at an impressive rate (K/9) of 18 in one game and 9 in another.


Fourth Inning


Seattle’s Julio Rodríguez brings additional firepower to their lineup with consistent hitting performances across multiple games—boasting averages like .400 which underscore his threat level at bat.


Meanwhile, Mariners’ relief pitcher Andrés Muñoz showed resilience despite challenges; although he had a high ERA momentarily at 27 during one game against Minnesota Twins due to walks allowed (WHIP: 4), he managed striking out batters effectively when needed most (K/9:18).


Fifth Inning


As we look forward towards this exciting matchup between these two formidable teams—the Orioles’ balanced offense led by Henderson combined with strong pitching from Morton—is set against Mariners’ dynamic duo Crawford-Rodríguez alongside Castillo’s commanding presence on mound promises thrilling innings ahead!


Fans can catch all action live from T-Mobile Park located at Seattle WA scheduled June 4th starting time being precisely noted down so enthusiasts won’t miss any pivotal moments unfold right before them via MASN2 network broadcast coverage available widely ensuring everyone stays connected throughout exhilarating contest awaiting us soon enough!


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