George Kirby Suffers Fifth Loss in Start Against Mets

George Kirby (5-5) took the loss in Wednesday's game against the Mets, allowing five runs (four earned) on nine hits and one walk over four innings of work. He recorded five strikeouts in the outing. Prior to the game, analysts had highlighted his high chase rate as a key factor for the Mariners, but he struggled to contain the Mets' offense in this appearance.