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The Seattle Mariners (62-68) look to sweep the Chicago Cubs (74-55) in the series finale at T-Mobile Park on August 23, 2026. After Randy Arozarena's walk-off home run gave Seattle a 5-4 win on Saturday, the Mariners aim to cap the series with a third straight victory. The Cubs, second in the NL Central, provide a tough test as Seattle fights to climb out of third place in the AL West.
In this episode, we break down the pitching matchup, focusing on Seattle's rotation options including Logan Gilbert, Bryce Miller, and Emerson Hancock. We discuss the offensive spark from Arozarena, Julio Rodriguez, and Leo Rivas, while addressing bullpen concerns with Andres Munoz, Seranthony Dominguez, and Eduard Bazardo. Injuries to J.P. Crawford, Bryan Woo, Brendan Donovan, and others are also covered, along with keys to the series and bold predictions for the finale.
Tune in for analysis of the Mariners' playoff hopes, the Cubs' formidable lineup, and what Seattle needs to do to secure the sweep. We name every key player and storyline, giving you the full preview before first pitch at 8:10 PM ET.
In this episode: Series and Pitching Matchup · Key Hitters and Bullpen Questions · Keys to the Series and Bold Prediction.
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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/mlb/sea/2026-08-23/transcript.html
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