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**Mariners Look to Close Gap on Astros in Series Finale Against Rangers**

**Seattle, WA** – The Seattle Mariners will face the Texas Rangers today in a crucial series finale with significant playoff implications. A Mariners victory would secure the series win against the Rangers and bring them within 2 1/2 games of the Houston Astros in the standings. The Red Sox recently swept the Astros.

The Mariners will send Logan Evans to the mound. Evans, who has shown flashes of brilliance this season, but has struggled in later innings, will need to overcome his previous challenges against the Rangers to give his team the best chance to win. His spot in the rotation is also in question, as Bryce Miller recently finished a rehab start. The Rangers will counter with veteran ace Jacob deGrom. After several injury plagued seasons, deGrom has returned to form in 2025, surpassing 100 innings pitched and establishing himself as a top-20 pitcher by fWAR. The Mariners did manage to get to deGrom earlier in the season.

The game will be broadcast on ROOT Sports with Aaron Goldsmith and Ryan Rowland-Smith providing commentary. Jen Mueller will be reporting from the field. Fans can also listen on Seattle Sports (710 AM) with Rick Rizzs and Gary Hill Jr. calling the action.

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