MLB Game Preview for Wednesday, August 20: Mariners confront Phillies; forecasts, odds, wagers, top picks offered freely
The Philadelphia Phillies are set to face the Seattle Mariners in their third game of the series on Wednesday, September 2, 2025, with the first pitch scheduled for 1:05 p.m. ET. The Phillies have been in fine form, having won three consecutive games, while the Mariners have unfortunately lost four games in a row.
Star player Trea Turner has been a standout for the Phillies. In the previous game, Turner contributed significantly with a double, two walks, and a home run, which resulted in 4 hits and 5 RBI, leading the team to a 6-4 victory over the Mariners. Turner's batting average for the season stands at an impressive .295, with 152 hits under his belt.
The prop bet for Turner to exceed 1.5 hits is available at FanDuel, and given his recent form, fans might want to consider placing their bets. Turner has cleared this over/under in five of his last six games, showing consistent performance.
On the mound for the Phillies, Jesus Luzardo will be starting the game. Luzardo has an ERA of 4.21 and has compiled 158 strikeouts so far this season. His strikeout over/under is set at 6.5, and with Luzardo having gone over this mark in 9 of his last 15 games, it could be an exciting bet for baseball enthusiasts.
For the Mariners, Luis Castillo will be taking the mound with an ERA of 3.48. The over/under for total runs scored in the game is set at 8.5, offering an interesting betting opportunity for those who prefer to wager on the game's overall outcome.
The Philadelphia Phillies are the favourites in this game, with a risk of $144 to win $100. Conversely, the Seattle Mariners are the underdogs, with a risk of $100 to win $118. The prop bet for Luzardo Over 6.5 strikeouts is also available at FanDuel for those interested in individual player performance bets.
As the series continues, both teams will be looking to secure a win and gain an edge. The previous game saw the Phillies come out on top, and with Turner in such form and Luzardo on the mound, they will be confident of another victory. However, the Mariners will be determined to turn their fortunes around and will undoubtedly put up a strong fight.
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