Bruce Marshall
Rangers at Mariners
Pick: Mariners +111
These teams hit the All-Star break heading in opposite directions, with Seattle losing five straight and Texas winning seven in a row. Roles, however, have been reversed, with the Rangers back on the road and the Mariners now home again at Safeco Field. Moreover, Seattle can call upon starter Jason Vargas, with a 2.35 ERA in his last three starts and a winner in his earlier start this season vs. Texas, allowing just one run in 7 2/3 IP. Meanwhile, Rangers starter Derek Holland has been inconsistent in his efforts, allowing 12 runs over two starts previous to a four-hitter against the A's last Thursday. Play Mariners