BOTTOM LINE: The Seattle Mariners play the Athletics with a 1-0 series lead. The Athletics have a 46-63 record overall and a 20-32 record in home games. The Athletics have the eighth-ranked team on-base percentage in the AL at .315.

The Athletics, who are currently playing the Seattle Mariners, placed All-Star shortstop Jacob Wilson on the injured list with a fractured left forearm.

Ben Williamson has been one of the best defensive third basemen in baseball this season, but his below-average power may force the Mariners into a tough choice at the trade deadline.

Luis Castillo allowed a run in seven innings, Josh Naylor hit his first home run for the Mariners and Seattle beat the Athletics 3-1.

The Seattle Mariners took advantage of a down day for the rest of the American League contenders with a 3-1 win against the Athletics on Monday at Sutter Health Park. The Mariners improved to 57-50 with the victory,

Ben Williamson's double and standout defense at third base along with Josh Naylor's homer helped Seattle win 3-1 in Sacramento on Monday night.

On "A’s Cast," Chris Townsend and Steve Sax detail the turning point in the Athletics' loss to the Seattle Mariners on Monday at Sutter Health Park.Athletics fall to Mariners after trade acquisition J

The Seattle Mariners' outfielder/first baseman hasn't appeared in a game since Josh Naylor reported to the team Friday.

The Seattle Mariners are interested in Twins and Rockies players as the MLB trade deadline approaches on Thursday.