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Mariners Prospect Kade Anderson Throws Five No-Hit Innings

4/12/2026

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Summary

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Seattle Mariners pitching prospect Kade Anderson threw five no-hit innings with 11 strikeouts in his second Double-A start against the Wichita Wind Surge.
Anderson pitched four scoreless innings in his Double-A debut.
As the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 draft, he has not allowed a run in two pro outings, totaling nine shutout innings and 17 strikeouts.

History

Historical Context

The MLB Draft, established in 1965 to level the playing field among teams, allows franchises to select amateur players from high schools and colleges. In 2021, the Pittsburgh Pirates selected Henry Davis first overall, reflecting a strategic shift towards developing pitching talent, as seen with Kade Anderson, the No. 3 pick in 2025, who recorded 17 strikeouts in his first nine innings.

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Seattle Mariners pitching prospect Kade Anderson threw five no-hit innings with 11 strikeouts in his second Double-A start against the Wichita Wind Surge.
Anderson pitched four scoreless innings in his Double-A debut.
As the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 draft, he has not allowed a run in two pro outings, totaling nine shutout innings and 17 strikeouts.

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