Video: M’s unveiling new-look Safeco vs. lowly Astros

Apr 8, 2013, 5:33 PM | Updated: 5:34 pm

By 710Sports.com staff

Shannon Drayer checks in from the press box at Safeco Field, where the Mariners are set to play their 2013 home opener against the Houston Astros. The video above includes Shannon’s thoughts on the new-look Safeco Field and the importance of making hay against the lowly Astros, who have joined the American League West.

First pitch is at 7:10. The game can be heard on 710 ESPN Seattle, and you can also follow along with our live gametracker.

Here is the Mariners’ lineup:

Michael Saunders, RF
Franklin Gutierrez, CF
Kendrys Morales, DH
Michael Morse, LF
Kyle Seager, 3B
Justin Smoak, 1B
Jesus Montero, C
Dustin Ackley, 2B
Brendan Ryan, SS

Joe Saunders, SP

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