Josh Naylor smashed his first home run since joining the Seattle Mariners, giving Seattle a crucial lift in their AL West playoff chase.

The Seattle Mariners head down to Sacramento to take on the Athletics tonight in game one of their three-game series.

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Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz set another team record, tying pitcher Barry Zito with his second straight AL Player of Week win.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Seattle Mariners vs. Athletics MLB game to be played on July 28, 2025 on ESPN.

Luis Castillo is coming off one of his more sloppy outings of the season. He struck out seven, hit a batter and allowed six runs (three earned) on 10 hits against the Milwaukee Brewers on July 23. He's fanned at least six batters in his last four starts.

Ben Williamson's double and standout defense at third base along with Josh Naylor's homer helped Seattle win 3-1 in Sacramento on Monday night.

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