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Mariners Defeat Yankees 2-1 with Stellar Pitching Performance

4/1/2026

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Mariners Pitchers Shine

On March 31, 2026, Seattle Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert started against the New York Yankees.
The Mariners entered at 3-2 and tied for second in the American League West (AL West).
Mariners pitcher Luis Castillo earned a 2-1 win over the Yankees, throwing six scoreless innings.
Mariners pitcher Hancock posted nine strikeouts, joining Félix Hernández as the only Mariners with nine in a hitless outing of at least six innings.

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Mariners Sign Emerson

The Seattle Mariners signed Colt Emerson, their top shortstop prospect, to an eight-year, $95 million extension, the largest for a player without MLB service time.
The deal includes a ninth-year club option and escalators that could raise its value to over $130 million.
Emerson has yet to debut in the majors.
He posted a .285 average with 16 home runs last season in the minors.

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Mariners Pitchers Shine

On March 31, 2026, Seattle Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert started against the New York Yankees.
The Mariners entered at 3-2 and tied for second in the American League West (AL West).
Mariners pitcher Luis Castillo earned a 2-1 win over the Yankees, throwing six scoreless innings.
Mariners pitcher Hancock posted nine strikeouts, joining Félix Hernández as the only Mariners with nine in a hitless outing of at least six innings.

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