Seattle Mariners vs Texas Rangers Picks and Prediction for Sunday July 26 2026

On Sunday, the Seattle Mariners (51-53) face off against the Texas Rangers (52-51) at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. Get involved in the action with our free MLB picks.

Seattle vs. Texas Game Information

• July 26, 2026
• 2:35 PM EST
• Globe Life Field
• MLB.TV/Mariners.TV/Rangers Sports Network/Fubo

Texas Form & Recent Results

Texas heads into this matchup riding a one-game winning streak, although their form has been a bit shaky overall lately. Before Saturday, the Rangers had lost three of their previous five games, including a rough pair of home losses to the White Sox and another defeat on the road against the Braves in Atlanta. They were able to steady things on Friday at home with a tight 5–4 win over the Mariners, a game where the offense did just enough to come out on top. First baseman Jake Burger was a major difference-maker, finishing 2-for-4 with a single and a home run, scoring once and driving in three of Texas’ five runs. On the mound, starter MacKenzie Gore battled through five innings, giving up seven hits and three earned runs while also issuing two walks and striking out five.

Even with the recent ups and downs, Texas’ lineup has some clear standouts this season. Burger has been their top power threat, leading the team with 18 home runs, while designated hitter Joc Pederson isn’t far behind with 17. Burger has also been their most productive run producer, pacing the Rangers with 64 RBI so far, and Josh Jung has been their most consistent hitter, leading the team in batting average at .294. In Friday’s win, the Rangers collected 10 hits, launched two home runs, and totaled 17 bases, signs that the offense can still be dangerous when it clicks. Defensively, though, they’ve had trouble keeping runs off the board recently, allowing an average of 5.2 runs over their last five games, so they’ll be looking to tighten things up and secure a big division win at home on Sunday.

Seattle Form & Recent Results

Seattle comes into this matchup searching for answers after a rough stretch, riding a three-game losing streak and losing three of their last five overall heading into Saturday. The skid includes a setback against the Rangers in Arlington, along with two frustrating home losses to the Reds, so they haven’t been able to build any momentum on either side of the schedule. In Friday’s 5–4 defeat in Texas, the Mariners got a solid night from right fielder Dominic Canzone, who finished 1-for-4 but made it count with a double and two RBI to help keep Seattle within striking distance.

Even with the recent losses, there are still some encouraging individual performances in the lineup. Julio Rodríguez, Canzone, and Luke Raley have been the team’s most consistent power threats, each sitting on 15 home runs this season, while second baseman Cole Young isn’t far behind with 13. Young has also been the Mariners’ top run producer, leading the club with 48 RBI, and Randy Arozarena has been the steadiest bat in terms of average, pacing Seattle at .280. Pitching and run prevention have also held up reasonably well lately. The Mariners have allowed just 3.4 runs per game on average in their last five, and they’ll try to turn that into a much-needed win in Sunday’s series finale as they look to inch back toward the .500 mark.

Key Stats

• Seattle’s Randy Arozarena this season: 11 HRs, 45 RBI, .280 AVG
• Texas’ Jake Burger this season: 18 HRs, 64 RBI, .240 AVG

Betting Odds & Market Overview:

• TEX -110 / SEA -109; O/U 7

Seattle vs. Texas Picks and Prediction

Seattle and Texas have basically been stuck in neutral, hovering right around the .500 mark and still searching for the kind of stretch that could kick-start their seasons. The Rangers will hand the ball to right-hander Jacob deGrom, who’s 7–6 with a 3.76 ERA, while the Mariners counter with Logan Gilbert. Gilbert has been a bit steadier on the year, coming in at 8–6 with a 3.38 ERA, setting up a matchup that could be a turning point for either team. Final Score Prediction, Texas Rangers win 4-3.