Have fun jerks. I went to a Jays/Mariners game years ago before I understood how much Toronto takes over the stadium, and as a Mariners fan it wasn't super fun feeling like the away team at home.
A couple of recommendations:
1) Jimmy's on First is a good spot to eat before the game, and has become notorious in recent years for Jays fans taking it over prior to first pitch. There is also a newish spot where Pyramid Brewery & Ale House used to be across the street from the stadium (now I think it's called Hatback?). I haven't been there but I went to Pyramid regularly as my office is close to the ballpark, and can't beat the location.
2) For tickets, I am a big fan of Terrace Club sections - especially for games against popular opponents. MUCH shorter concession lines, shorter restroom lines, and a great place if you're bringing kids and don't want to lose them in the sea of humanity that accompanies ballparks.
3) Figure out parking beforehand. It's not uncommon to have $50-$75 USD parking spots for Mariners games and I have routinely paid more for parking than I have for tickets. I like to take an Uber from my office for like $12 so if there is a place reasonably close to Seattle you can meet up with your friends and then Uber the rest of the way in, that's a way to go.
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