Logan Gilbert Continues to Shine as Mariners Blank Yankees
Gilbert Deals 6.1 Scoreless Innings, Mariners Bats Stay Hot
Seattle Mariners' Logan Gilbert continued his impressive start to the season on Sunday, tossing 6.1 scoreless innings against the New York Yankees to lead the Mariners to a 4-0 victory. Gilbert allowed just three hits and two walks while striking out seven batters, lowering his ERA to 1.35 on the season. The Mariners' offense provided Gilbert with plenty of support, as they scored three runs in the first inning off Yankees starter Jameson Taillon and added another run in the fourth inning. Kyle Lewis went 2-for-4 with two doubles and two RBIs for the Mariners, while Eugenio Suarez and Jarred Kelenic also drove in runs. The Yankees' offense was held in check by Gilbert and the Mariners' bullpen, as they managed just five hits on the day. The loss dropped the Yankees to 17-15 on the season, while the Mariners improved to 19-13.
**Gilbert's Stellar Start** Logan Gilbert has been one of the most impressive pitchers in baseball through the first month of the season. The 24-year-old right-hander has a 1.35 ERA, 0.85 WHIP, and 38 strikeouts in 33.1 innings pitched. He has allowed just two runs in his last three starts, and he has yet to allow a home run this season. Gilbert's success is a major reason why the Mariners are off to a strong start to the season. **Mariners' Offense Continues to Produce** The Mariners' offense has been one of the most productive in baseball this season. They are averaging 5.3 runs per game, which is fourth in the American League. Kyle Lewis, Eugenio Suarez, and Jarred Kelenic have all been key contributors to the Mariners' offensive success. Lewis is hitting .321 with five home runs and 17 RBIs, while Suarez is hitting .293 with six home runs and 19 RBIs. Kelenic is hitting .241 with four home runs and 12 RBIs. **Yankees' Offense Struggles** The Yankees' offense has struggled in recent weeks. They have scored just 18 runs in their last five games, and they have been shut out twice in that span. Aaron Judge has been the only consistent producer in the Yankees' lineup, as he is hitting .311 with 11 home runs and 28 RBIs. The rest of the Yankees' lineup has been inconsistent, and they have struggled to score runs against quality pitching. **Conclusion** The Mariners' victory over the Yankees was a statement win. They showed that they are a legitimate contender in the American League, and they have one of the best young pitchers in baseball in Logan Gilbert. The Yankees, on the other hand, need to find a way to get their offense going. They have too much talent to be struggling the way they have been, and they need to start producing more runs if they want to contend for a World Series title.
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