The Seattle Mariners lead the ALCS 2-0 against the Blue Jays, with strong pitching and a promising outlook, but caution is advised as past teams have lost series leads after early success; the series shifts to T-Mobile Park where the environment favors low-scoring games, and the Mariners appear to be in excellent form.
The Seattle Mariners will play their ALDS games against the winner of the AL Wild Card Series between the Guardians and Tigers, with Game 1 scheduled for Saturday at either 1:08 p.m. or 5:38 p.m., and Game 2 on Sunday at 5:03 p.m. Both games will be at T-Mobile Park, with broadcast details depending on the opponent, and radio coverage available on Seattle Sports app and local stations.
Seattle Mariners rookie Cole Young hit a remarkable 470-foot home run, tying the longest in T-Mobile Park history, though the distance was later adjusted to 456 feet. Young, 21, has shown significant power potential, especially considering his minor league stats, and contributed to a 6-0 victory over the Texas Rangers. Despite a slow start, he's been improving and is a promising young player for the Mariners.
The NHL has revealed the rendering for the 2024 Discover NHL Winter Classic, which will take place at T-Mobile Park between the Seattle Kraken and Vegas Golden Knights. The design draws inspiration from Seattle's seaport and the mythical sea monster, the Kraken. The field will feature a regulation-size rink surrounded by docks and piers, with a shipwrecked vessel serving as the main entertainment stage. The opening ceremony will include performances by Sir Mix-A-Lot and Heart, and a tribute to Seattle sports during the second intermission. Tickets are available for purchase via Ticketmaster.
Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Heart and Sir Mix-A-Lot are set to perform at the 2024 NHL Winter Classic in Seattle. Heart will perform during the first intermission, while Sir Mix-A-Lot will perform one of his popular songs during the player introductions. The event will take place at T-Mobile Park, featuring a unique on-field design with oceanic topographic maps, snow and ice patterns, and a shipwreck symbolizing the mythical Kraken. The NHL will also pay tribute to Seattle sports icons during the intermissions.
The MLB All-Star Game is set to take place at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, featuring the best players from the American and National Leagues. Some notable players will be absent due to injuries. The American League hopes to continue its winning streak, while the last time the All-Star Game was in Seattle was in 2001. The game will be broadcasted on FOX, with Joe Davis and John Smoltz as the commentators.
The 2023 MLB Home Run Derby is underway at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, featuring top sluggers and fan favorites. Pete Alonso aims to win the competition for the third time, while Julio Rodríguez hopes to excite the home crowd. The competition follows an eight-player bracket format, with seeds determined by first-half season home run totals. Highlights include Rodríguez setting a new single-round record with 41 homers, and Randy Arozarena advancing to the semifinals with an impressive performance.
The 2023 T-Mobile Home Run Derby is taking place live on ESPN at T-Mobile Park, featuring a loaded field and exciting storylines. The first-round matchups include Luis Robert Jr. defeating Adley Rutschman and Randy Arozarena defeating Adolis García. Arozarena hit 24 first-round homers, including a strong bonus round, while García hit 17 homers. Rutschman impressed with 27 homers, showcasing his skills from both sides of the plate.
Adley Rutschman, the Baltimore Orioles' All-Star catcher, will participate in the Home Run Derby in Seattle, where he hit a legendary home run during his college years. The blast, which still lacks video evidence, was a jaw-dropping shot that traveled over the lower bowl in right field and clanged off the windows of T-Mobile Park's second deck. Rutschman's participation in the derby holds special significance as he grew up watching games at the stadium and has already made an impact there, hitting a home run in his first game for the Orioles.
The 2023 MLB Home Run Derby will take place on Monday, July 10th at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, with a start time of 8 p.m. ET. Participants include Pete Alonso, Julio Rodriguez, Adolis Garcia, Randy Arozarena, Adley Rutschman, Mookie Betts, Luis Robert Jr., and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Seeding is determined by home run totals, with Luis Robert Jr. earning the #1 seed. Matt Olson and Ronald Acuña Jr. declined invitations to participate.
The participants and bracket for the 2023 MLB Home Run Derby at T-Mobile Park in Seattle have been announced. The first round matchups include Luis Robert Jr. vs Adley Rutschman, Adolis Garcia vs Randy Arozarena, Pete Alonso vs Julio Rodriguez, and Mookie Betts vs Vladimir Guerrero Jr. The Derby will follow single elimination rules with three rounds, and the winner will be determined by who hits the most home runs within the allotted time.
Luis Castillo is the only Seattle Mariners player named to the 2023 MLB All-Star Game, which will be hosted at T-Mobile Park. This is Castillo's third All-Star nod, but his first as a member of the Mariners. Despite the team's struggles, Castillo has performed well with a 2.86 ERA and 108 strikeouts. The Mariners have other candidates for injury replacements, including George Kirby and Paul Sewald. Additionally, there will be various All-Star festivities for Mariners fans to enjoy, including the Swingman HBCU Classic and the MLB All-Star Futures Game.
ESPN has announced its plans to cover the 2023 MLB Home Run Derby from T-Mobile Park in Seattle, including a special edition of Baseball Tonight, a StatCast Edition, and the HR Derby broadcast on multiple platforms. Karl Ravech and Eduardo Perez will call the action, with additional commentary and interviews provided by Alden Gonzalez and Buster Olney. The StatCast broadcast will feature Kevin Brown, Jessica Mendoza, and Mike Petriello. Seattle-area recording artist Macklemore will be featured in the Production Open and marketing campaign for the Derby.
MLB announces the first wave of participants for the 2023 All-Star Celebrity Softball Game presented by Corona, featuring a lineup of celebrities from music, stage, screen, and sports. The game will take place on July 8th at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, as part of All-Star Saturday festivities. The event will include former and current MLB All-Stars, Olympians, social media sensations, and recording artists. Tickets are available for purchase at AllStarGame.com.
Seattle Mariners' Julio Rodriguez, who finished runner-up in last year's Home Run Derby, has announced that he will participate in this year's event at T-Mobile Park, his home stadium. He is the first official participant among the eight-player field set to take the stage on July 10. At 22 years, 6 months, 12 days on July 10, Rodríguez would be the youngest Derby winner, besting Juan González, who was 23 years and 265 days old when he won in 1993.