Mariners vs. Orioles Commentary

Mariners Pitcher: George Kirby

• 26-year-old right-hander with 17 starts this year.
• 335 ER and known for low walks: 82 walks per nine innings (2nd best in baseball).
• Strikeout to walk ratio: Best in baseball.
• WHIP: 7th in baseball.

First Inning Highlights

• Orioles: Gunnar Henderson and Adley Rond Roos both get outs.
• Mariners: JP Crawford and Ty France both get outs. Luke Raley strikes out.
• Pitch Count: Kirby (9 pitches), Rodriguez (10 pitches).
• Score: 0-0.

Second Inning

• Orioles: Colton Cower and Jorge Palano strike out, Ken Zone also gets out.
• Mariners: Quick outs by Mariners' batters.
• Pitch Count: Kirby continues efficiency.

Third Inning

• Orioles: Mullins earns first walk in three games, but is caught stealing by Cal Raleigh.
• Mariners: Luke Raley strikes out again, Ty France walks.

Fourth and Fifth Inning

• Orioles: Getting more consistent at-bats; Gunnar Henderson and Ryan O'Hearn make impressive appearances.
• Mariners: Continued struggles offensively with minimal hits.

Sixth Inning

• Orioles: Increase their lead to 2-0 after multiple hits.
• Mariners: Ty France walks twice, Mariners miss double-play opportunities.
• Review: Overturn ruling confirms Orioles' defensive robustness.

Seventh Inning

• Orioles: Hits from Jordan and Colton lead to increased lead.
• Mariners: George Kirby eventually taken off mound; Grayson Rodriguez maintains shutout.

Final Highlights

• Orioles: Cedric Mullins secures lead with a hit.
• Mariners: Julio Rodriguez gets a chance to tie but strikes out.
• Outcome: Orioles shut out Mariners.
• Final Score: Orioles win with a shutout.

Analysis: Kirby's early efficiency and minimal walks were highlights, but Mariners' offensive struggles led to an Orioles shutout.