Fri Apr 04 19:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Mariners Face Veteran Verlander, Debut New Pitcher Castillo in Giants’ Home Opener
**SAN FRANCISCO, CA –** The Seattle Mariners will face a familiar foe and a brand new arm in today’s game against the San Francisco Giants. Ace Justin Verlander, known for his ability to induce weak contact, will take the mound for the Giants. Mariners fans can expect Verlander to focus on high fastballs and breaking balls to exploit any weakness in the Seattle lineup.
In contrast to the well-known Verlander, the Mariners will counter with a relatively unknown quantity: Luis Castillo. This Castillo, a 30-year-old who recently returned from playing in Japan, will make his Mariners debut, filling a spot in the rotation. Unlike some of Seattle’s other young hurlers, Castillo’s arsenal relies less on a power fastball and more on a sinker, slider, and changeup, creating a unique matchup.
The Mariners’ lineup will feature the return of Eugenio Suárez. First pitch is scheduled for 1:35 PT. The game will be televised on ROOT and streamed on the ROOT app, with Angie Mentink making her first booth appearance of the season. Radio coverage will be available on 710 ESPN Seattle.
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