Baseball

Yankees Aim for Series Victory Against Mariners in Seattle Showdown

by
William Caldwell
April 1, 2026

The New York Yankees are wrapping up their West Coast road trip with one final game against the Seattle Mariners, aiming to secure a series victory before heading home. After a tough loss in the opener, where Cal Raleigh delivered a walk-off hit, the Yankees bounced back last night thanks to a stellar performance from Max Fried. With a winning road trip already guaranteed, either 5-1 or 4-2, the Yankees are eager to maintain their momentum and clinch another series win in the early season.

Fried set the tone with a scoreless outing on Opening Day, and today, Cam Schlittler will look to replicate that success on the mound. Following Fried’s impressive display that kept the Mariners off the scoreboard, Schlittler takes the ball against Seattle’s George Kirby, who proved effective in his season debut by limiting Cleveland to just one run over six innings.

In the Yankees’ lineup, both Paul Goldschmidt and Amed Rosario are getting the nod against the right-handed Kirby. This marks Goldschmidt’s first appearance of the season, while Rosario’s inclusion may be a response to Ryan McMahon’s struggles at the plate. Ben Rice will shift to designated hitter, allowing Giancarlo Stanton, who has been on fire offensively, to take a breather. The Yankees’ cautious approach with the oft-injured 36-year-old is understandable as they navigate the early season.

For the Mariners, they will field a lineup similar to last night’s, with Dominic Canzone stepping in for Rob Refsnyder at designated hitter and Luke Raley taking over for Victor Robles in right field. Brendan Donovan returns to the leadoff spot after hitting sixth against Fried, looking to set the tone for Seattle’s offense.

As the excitement builds for this afternoon’s matchup, fans are invited to join the game thread for live updates and discussion. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the game.

How to Watch

Location: T-Mobile Park — Seattle, WA

First pitch: 4:10 p.m. ET

TV broadcast: YES Network (NYY) | Mariners.TV (SEA)

Online stream: Gotham Sports App, MLB.tv

Listen: WFAN 660/101.9 FM, WADO 1280 (NYY) | Seattle Sports 710 AM (SEA)

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Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.

William Caldwell

William Caldwell is a veteran journalist whose career has spanned the highs and lows of the sports world. With a focus on baseball and hockey, William’s articles are known for their depth and historical perspective, making him a favorite among fans who appreciate the rich traditions of sports. Outside the press box, William is an amateur historian with a particular interest in sports memorabilia.