The Seattle Mariners pulled off a thrilling 10-inning victory against the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night, thanks to a stellar performance from rookie pitcher George Kirby and a walk-off single from catcher Cal Raleigh.
Kirby, who was making his second start of the season, was masterful in his outing. He went seven innings, allowing just one run on three hits while striking out eight batters. He was in complete control throughout the game, and his performance was a major factor in the Mariners’ victory.
The Mariners were trailing 1-0 heading into the bottom of the ninth inning, but they managed to tie the game on a solo home run by Kyle Seager. The game remained tied until the bottom of the tenth, when Raleigh stepped up to the plate with two outs and runners on first and second. He delivered a clutch single to left field, scoring the winning run and sending the Mariners home with a 2-1 victory.
The win was a huge boost for the Mariners, who had been struggling as of late. It was also a great moment for Kirby and Raleigh, who both played key roles in the victory. Kirby’s performance was especially impressive, as he showed that he can be a reliable starter for the Mariners in the future. Meanwhile, Raleigh’s walk-off single will be remembered for years to come.
The Mariners will look to build on this win as they continue their season. With Kirby and Raleigh leading the way, they have a chance to make some noise in the American League West.
