As the Chicago White Sox and Seattle Mariners kick off a three-game series in Seattle, the stakes are high for the Mariners, currently contending for a wild card spot tied with the New York Yankees. Seattle's starting pitcher, Bryan Woo, boasts a solid 3.11 ERA and has shown consistency on the mound. The White Sox, however, are struggling this season with a record of 42-70, sending Davis Martin, who has a 3.84 ERA, to the mound despite his challenges in securing wins.

The betting lines favor the Mariners significantly, with a moneyline of -252 against the White Sox's +201. The total runs are set at 7.5, reflecting expectations of a low-scoring game. A recommended prop bet is for Bryan Woo to allow over 0.5 walks, given his recent trend of walking batters. Woo's ability to control the game will be crucial as the Mariners aim for an easy victory, while the White Sox hope to reverse their fortunes.