The Seattle Mariners split their four-game series with the Minnesota Twins this week, thanks in large part to a solid performance from starting pitcher George Kirby. Kirby, a rookie, was impressive in his first career start, going six innings and allowing just one run on three hits while striking out nine batters.
Kirby was in control throughout the game, never allowing the Twins to get into a rhythm. He threw a total of 91 pitches, 60 of which were strikes. His fastball topped out at 97 mph, and he also mixed in a curveball and a changeup to keep the Twins off balance.
Kirby’s performance was key to the Mariners’ success in the series. He was able to keep the Twins’ offense in check, and the Mariners were able to take advantage of some timely hitting to win the game.
The Mariners’ offense was led by Kyle Seager, who had two hits and an RBI. Seager has been a key contributor for the Mariners all season, and his performance in this series was no different. He is currently batting .286 with 10 home runs and 33 RBIs on the season.
The Mariners now have a record of 24-17 and are in second place in the American League West. They will look to continue their success as they head into their next series against the Oakland Athletics. With Kirby’s performance in this series, the Mariners have to be feeling confident heading into their next matchup.
Overall, it was a successful series for the Mariners, as they were able to split the series with the Twins despite being without some key players due to injury. George Kirby’s performance was a big reason why the Mariners were able to come away with a win, and it will be interesting to see how he performs in his next start.
