Mariners’ playoff odds depend on improved hitting
Mariners are having a good start to the season. Last year, they were outscored by 51 runs and their lineup ranked at or near the bottom in several offensive categories. This year they are putting the ball in play more often and getting on base more frequently. They are fourth in the American League in scoring and second in league with 120 wRC+. They also own MLB’s highest walk rate (10.7%). The team got shut out for the third time this season on Monday night. It is the first game of the new season for Seattle.
