The Seattle Mariners (90-72) and Toronto Blue Jays (92-70) begin the 2022 MLB postseason Friday, facing off in Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series. First pitch at Rogers Centre is scheduled for 4:07 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Mariners vs. Blue Jays Game 1 odds with MLB picks and predictions.
Season series: Mariners won 5-2
The Mariners ended their 21-year playoff drought and are looking to win their 6th consecutive game vs. the Blue Jays. Seattle won 34 one-run games to lead MLB in 1-run victories for a 2nd straight season. Seattle has the 8th-lowest team ERA at 3.59.
The Blue Jays ended the regular season with a 92-70 record, a 1-game improvement over 2021. Toronto enters the postseason tied with the St. Louis Cardinals for the 6th-best odds to win outright at +1500.