The Mariners had their hot streak squelched after two heartbreaking losses over the weekend to the Orioles. Seattle outscored Baltimore 12-8 in that three game series — and 31-18 in their six-game season series — but walked away with just a single win. Luckily, their schedule significantly eases up for the rest of the month. The only team they’ll play with a record over .500 until September 4 is the Astros this weekend; they’ve a pair of series against the Royals, and sets against the White Sox, A’s, and Mets on the docket.
Series Preview: Mariners (63-54) at Royals (38-81)
