Mariners vs. Athletics Prediction and Best Bets for 9/22

The Seattle Mariners have lost eight of their last 12 games. They lost to the Oakland Athletics last night. Seattle is still in contention for an AL wild-card spot. Baltimore Orioles are within four games of Seattle. The Orioles won last evening against the Detroit Tigers. Today and this weekend are crucial for both teams. O's play four at home against Houston Astros and four against Kansas City.

Mariners vs. Athletics is a game on 9/22.

Mariners vs. Athletics is a must-win game for the Mariners. The team needs to pick up enough wins over their final 14 games to secure a playoff spot. In their last five games, Seattle has been held to a run four times, including the first two games in Oakland.

Seattle beat the Angels 9-1 on Monday. Kirby is 5-0 with a 2.50 ERA in his last 12 starts. Martinez has allowed three or more runs in five of his nine starts this season. He allowed seven runs to Seattle on June 30.