What happened: Seattle and Houston are set to play again with the series between the two clubs tied 1-1. The Astros have won two straight, while the Mariners are on a one-game losing skid entering the matchup.
Why it matters: Houston sits at 63-55 on the season and has outscored opponents by a slim margin, averaging 4.7 runs scored against 4.7 allowed. Seattle is 53-65 and has dropped four of its last five, a stretch that has kept the Mariners on the outside of the AL West race Houston currently leads.
By the numbers: Astros: 63-55, last 5 WWLWL, streak W2, 4.7 runs scored/allowed per game, season-best 13-2 win over the Athletics on June 6. Mariners: 53-65, last 5 LWLLL, streak L1, 3.8 runs scored, 4.0 allowed, season-best 11-0 win over Toronto on July 4.
What to watch: First pitch is pending as both clubs look to build on the tied series standing.