Yankees vs Mariners Preview & Prediction: Records, Pitching Matchups, head to head and more | Game - 01, May- 20

The New York Yankees will host the Seattle Mariners as they open a four-game series at home. The Yanks continue their hot-winning streak as they are coming off a sweep against the Chicago White Sox. The Bronx Bombers look forward to another series win before they hit the road.

The Mariners have been on a roll, leading the AL West with a 25-22 record. However, they are just three games above the .500 mark after their previous loss against the Baltimore Orioles. This will be an important series for the Mariners to retain their top position in the AL West.

Yankees vs Mariners head-to-head

Game 1 will be telecast on YES and ROOTNW, while the live stream can be watched on Fubo. The Yanks continue to hold the second-best record in the majors (33-15), and their offense has been dominant this season.

Both teams have played 184 games since 1973. The Yankees have won 105 while the Mariners won 79. The Mariners might be on top of their division, but they are still behind several opponents in the MLB.

Yankees vs Mariners Pitching Matchups

Right-handed pitcher Marcus Stroman will be sent to the mound to start against the Mariners. Stroman's performance has been strong in the pinstripes this season. The 33-year-old pitcher has a 3.33 ERA with a 1.42 WHIP. In 48-plus innings pitched, Stroman has 42 strikeouts.

Logan Gilbert will counter Stroman on the mound for the Mariners. Gilbert has pitched more than Storman this season and has been impressive for his team. The righty has a 3-2 record with a 3.07 ERA. He recorded 61 strikeouts in 58.2 innings pitched and holds a 0.95 WHIP.

Yankees vs Mariners Prediction

The offense is key to success in this game. Given the past performances, the Yankees have a better shot if their offense opens up. The Yanks are predicted to win if they continue to stay hot at-bats.

Even if Gilbert gains control on the mound, the Mariners will need to deal with Stroman, who has been dominant for his team. Both teams are predicted to score, but Yanks are predicted to get some extra runs.