George Kirby allowed just two hits and struck out eight in 6 2/3 innings, J.P. Crawford homered and the Seattle Mariners beat the Boston Red Sox 1-0 on Friday night. Kirby (1-0) opened his season with another deep start after a strong 2023. Last year, he lasted at least six innings in 23 of his 31 starts.
Seattle Mariners starting pitcher George Kirby throws against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, March 29, 2024, in Seattle. Seattle Mariners’ J.P. Crawford jogs home after hitting a solo home run against the Boston Red Sox during the sixth inning of a baseball game Friday, March 29, 2024, in Seattle. Seattle Mariners’ J.P.
Red Sox starter Nick Pivetta nearly matched Kirby. Pivetta allowed one run on three hits over six innings, striking out 10 without a walk. It was the second time in his career he’s had at least 10 strikeouts and no walks, with the other also coming at Seattle on July 31 last year.The starters matched scoreless frames for the first five innings.
“I was a little amped up,” Kirby said. “I kind of just focused on my breathing, settle in and try not to make the moment too big. Just go out there and throw strikes.”
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