Oakland Athletics vs Seattle Mariners Picks and Predictions May 7th 2025

Desert Mastery: Woo’s Command on Full Display

Bryan Woo has owned the Athletics since debuting in the majors, running his record to 6–0 with a microscopic 0.72 ERA in seven career starts. He’s allowed just three runs in 37⅓ innings versus Oakland, including six shutout frames in a 2–1 season-opening win back in Seattle. With family and friends cheering just 80 miles from his East Bay roots, Woo looks to translate comfort into another dominant outing.

West Sacramento Welcome: Facing the A’s at Home

Although Oakland has called several cities home over the years, this marks Woo’s first encounter against the current A’s incarnation in West Sacramento. The Athletics have split the first two games of this series, winning 7–6 in extras before falling 5–3 on a Cal Raleigh pinch-hit heroics. Tampa’s rally took advantage of late-game shifts, but Seattle’s depth and clutch bench play have flipped the script.

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Arms on the Hill: Woo vs. Hoglund

Gunnar Hoglund (1–0, 1.50 ERA) makes his second major league start after blanking Miami for one run and six hits over six innings. His fastball-slider combo will test a Mariners lineup hungry to back Woo early. The contrast is stark: Woo’s veteran composure against Hoglund’s rookie firepower. Look for Seattle’s aggressive two-strike approach to challenge the left-hander’s secondary offerings.

Supporting Sparks: Raleigh and Rooker Impact

Cal Raleigh’s two-run pinch-hit single in Game 2 underscored the Mariners’ bench strength, while Oakland’s Brent Rooker and Tyler Soderstrom have combined for multiple extra-base hits in the series. Their ability to manufacture runs beyond the rotation matchups will determine whether this finale stays tight or tilts toward Seattle.

Betting Angle

With Woo’s ground-ball tendencies set against a rookie starter, the under on total runs through six innings offers value. For tailored breakdowns and prop plays, explore our MLB Expert Picks.

Final Projection

Expect a pitcher’s duel early before Seattle’s depth and Woo’s veteran polish propel the Mariners to a series-clinching victory.