Houston Astros vs Seattle Mariners Betting Pick & Prediction for 4/12

MLB game preview

The Houston Astros will play the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. Both teams have a record of 6-9 in the AL West. The game is scheduled for Sunday, April 12, 2026, at 4:10 PM.

The Astros are on a six-game losing streak. Cody Bolton will start for them, with a 3.68 ERA this season. The Mariners have won their last two games. Logan Gilbert will pitch for Seattle, holding a 5.40 ERA. The game will air on SEAM.

Houston Astros Team Preview

The Houston Astros have had a rough stretch on the road. They lost their last five games, struggling against both the Seattle Mariners and Colorado Rockies. Despite the losses, their hitting has shown potential with players like Cam Smith and Yordan Alvarez leading the way.

Houston’s batting has been strong this season. They rank second in batting average and first in on-base percentage. Yordan Alvarez stands out with a .360 average and six home runs, making him a key player to watch.

On the pitching side, the Astros have faced challenges. Their team ERA ranks at the bottom of the league, which has impacted their recent performances. Cody Bolton is set to start the next game, looking to improve his 3.68 ERA and help turn the tide for Houston.

Astros vs Mariners Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Houston Astros vs. Seattle Mariners
  • Venue: T-Mobile Park in Seattle, WA
  • Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Astros Moneyline +133, Mariners Moneyline -159

Seattle Mariners Team Preview

The Seattle Mariners have shown mixed results in recent games. They secured two wins against the Houston Astros, one by a score of 8-7 and another 9-6. However, they struggled against the Texas Rangers, losing all three games in that series.

Hitting has been a challenge for the Mariners this season. Their team batting average stands at .193, ranking 22nd. Despite this, they rank 6th in home runs with 14, showing some power potential.

The pitching staff has been a strength for Seattle. Their team ERA is 3.14, ranking them 4th overall. Logan Gilbert, who is set to start the next game, has a 5.40 ERA with 18 strikeouts this season.

BTB Betting Pick

The Mariners are favored to win with a moneyline of -159. They have a strong pitching staff with an ERA of 3.14, ranking 4th. The Astros have struggled on the mound with an ERA of 6.47, ranking 30th. Based on these stats, picking the Mariners to win straight up is a solid choice.

The total for this game is set at 7.5 runs. The Mariners’ pitching is strong, and the Astros have a high batting average of .281, ranking 2nd. Given these factors, the projected score might lean toward the over. Therefore, taking the over 7.5 runs is the recommended pick.