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National Post
17 hours ago
- Health
- National Post
Seattle Mariners pitcher George Kirby takes line drive to face, exits game
Seattle Mariners right-hander George Kirby exited Tuesday night's 5-1 loss to the Baltimore Orioles after taking a line drive to his right thumb and mouth. Article content After the contest, Kirby said he felt pretty good and that neither his hand nor face hurt despite some swelling on the right side of his mouth. Article content Article content 'I didn't even see it coming,' Kirby said. 'Just put my hand up. So, just glad it kind of missed any of the bad spots on my face.' Article content With two outs in the fifth inning, Kirby threw a fastball inside to Orioles third baseman Ramon Urias, which he promptly ripped right back up the middle. The baseball made contact with Kirby's face, and he immediately jogged off the field as blood flowed from his mouth. Article content George Kirby with a line drive off of his face — Jared Barth (@jared_barth1998) June 4, 2025 Article content Kirby was promptly attended to by the Mariners training staff after what manager Dan Wilson called a 'scary' moment. 'It's just so close and you just hope for the best,' Wilson said. 'It looked like he was a little surprised by it all, even as he was walking off. Article content 'But, he was able to gather it all together. There was some blood coming down when he came off the field where it nicked him in the face. But, I think he's going to be okay.' Article content Kirby did not return for the sixth inning, although he had already thrown 95 pitches by the time of his departure. It was easily Kirby's best start of the season, considering he entered the contest with an 11.42 ERA across two appearances since being activated from the injured list. Article content The 27-year-old right-hander's start to the season was delayed until late May due to inflammation in his throwing shoulder, and he hadn't yet pitched to his standard. Kirby wasn't perfect, but was pleased to give up only two runs across five innings before being lifted for reliever Eduard Bazardo. Article content Article content 'I feel great right now,' Kirby said. 'Obviously, you don't want to throw that many pitches in five innings, but I'm glad I feel really good from it after it. So, that's a good sign.' Article content So, too, is it a good sign from Wilson's standpoint that Kirby is so upbeat. The starter is still expected to have X-rays done on Wednesday, after which the team will learn more. For as challenging a start to the season as it's been for Kirby, Wilson has the utmost confidence in him to bounce back. Article content 'George is a competitor. We know that,' Wilson said. 'A lot of times, these things can make you stronger, and that's what I expect from George. Again, hopefully it's nothing serious and it's just kind of a bump in the road.' Article content
Toronto Sun
17 hours ago
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Seattle Mariners pitcher George Kirby takes line drive to face, exits game
Published Jun 05, 2025 • 2 minute read George Kirby of the Seattle Mariners reacts after taking a ball to the face during a game against the Baltimore Orioles. Getty Images Seattle Mariners right-hander George Kirby exited Tuesday night's 5-1 loss to the Baltimore Orioles after taking a line drive to his right thumb and mouth. After the contest, Kirby said he felt pretty good and that neither his hand nor face hurt despite some swelling on the right side of his mouth. 'I didn't even see it coming,' Kirby said. 'Just put my hand up. So, just glad it kind of missed any of the bad spots on my face.' With two outs in the fifth inning, Kirby threw a fastball inside to Orioles third baseman Ramon Urias, which he promptly ripped right back up the middle. The baseball made contact with Kirby's face, and he immediately jogged off the field as blood flowed from his mouth. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Kirby was promptly attended to by the Mariners training staff after what manager Dan Wilson called a 'scary' moment. 'It's just so close and you just hope for the best,' Wilson said. 'It looked like he was a little surprised by it all, even as he was walking off. 'But, he was able to gather it all together. There was some blood coming down when he came off the field where it nicked him in the face. But, I think he's going to be okay.' Kirby did not return for the sixth inning, although he had already thrown 95 pitches by the time of his departure. It was easily Kirby's best start of the season, considering he entered the contest with an 11.42 ERA across two appearances since being activated from the injured list. The 27-year-old right-hander's start to the season was delayed until late May due to inflammation in his throwing shoulder, and he hadn't yet pitched to his standard. Kirby wasn't perfect, but was pleased to give up only two runs across five innings before being lifted for reliever Eduard Bazardo. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'I feel great right now,' Kirby said. 'Obviously, you don't want to throw that many pitches in five innings, but I'm glad I feel really good from it after it. So, that's a good sign.' So, too, is it a good sign from Wilson's standpoint that Kirby is so upbeat. The starter is still expected to have X-rays done on Wednesday, after which the team will learn more. For as challenging a start to the season as it's been for Kirby, Wilson has the utmost confidence in him to bounce back. 'George is a competitor. We know that,' Wilson said. 'A lot of times, these things can make you stronger, and that's what I expect from George. Again, hopefully it's nothing serious and it's just kind of a bump in the road.' NHL Columnists Columnists Sunshine Girls Celebrity
News.com.au
a day ago
- Sport
- News.com.au
Mariners pitcher George Kirby takes 165km/h baseball to the face in scary scenes
Mariners pitcher George Kirby was left bloodied in a scary scene Tuesday night when he was hit in the face with a 165km/h line drive off the bat of Orioles infielder Ramon Urias. Luckily, Kirby used his catlike reflexes to get his hand and glove up right before the ball the ball struck him in the fifth inning of a 5-1 loss, the New York Post reports. Kirby had blood on his face after being hit, but avoided a broken jaw or any other serious injury in what proved to be his final pitch after the Mariners converted an out on the play. '(Feeling) pretty good,' Kirby said after the game, per the Seattle Times. 'Didn't even hurt, honestly. It got my hand — like 50/50 hand (and) mouth. But we're good.' While the Mariners suffered a loss Tuesday, they are certainly counting their blessings that Kirby got his hand up to brace some of the impact and avoid a potential devastating injury. Mariners manager Dan Wilson told reporters postgame that Kirby would get X-rays to be sure that he avoided the worst and even expressed optimism that Kirby could make his next start. 'I didn't even see it coming, just put my hand up,' Kirby said, per 'I'm just glad it kind of missed any of the bad spots on my face.' Kirby had struggled through three starts, but Tuesday marked one of his best showings this season. The righty allowed two runs over five innings while striking out three batters. His night ended on said play when the ball caromed off his face toward first baseman Rowdy Tellez to end the top of the inning with a 2-1 deficit. He currently lines up to face the Angels on Sunday, but Kirby could have that pushed back as he breathes a sigh of relief that this situation wasn't much worse. After Tuesday's loss, the Mariners are 32-27 and a half-game behind the division-leading Astros.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- General
- Daily Mail
Mariners pitcher George Kirby suffers horrific injury after being struck by 102mph line drive
Seattle Mariners pitcher George Kirby took a 102.7mph line drive off the jaw during Tuesday's 5-1 loss to the Baltimore Orioles. Remarkably, Kirby managed to stay on his feet, although he was pulled from the game with blood dripping from his mouth. In fact, Kirby said he was feeling pretty well afterwards, despite some swelling on the right side of his mouth. 'I didn't even see it coming,' Kirby said. 'Just put my hand up. So, just glad it kind of missed any of the bad spots on my face.' 'Didn't even go down,' one fan wrote on X. 'Mad respect.' With two outs in the fifth inning, Kirby threw a inside fastball to Orioles third baseman Ramón Urías, which he promptly ripped right back up the middle. The baseball made contact with Kirby's face, and he immediately jogged off the field as blood flowed from his mouth. Kirby was promptly attended to by the Mariners training staff after what manager Dan Wilson called a 'scary' moment. George Kirby just took 102.7 mph off the jaw. Yikes 🫣 — Avi Miller (@AviMiIIer) June 4, 2025 With two outs in the fifth inning, Kirby threw a inside fastball to Orioles third baseman Ramón Urías, which he promptly ripped right back up the middle, striking the pitcher in the face 'It's just so close and you just hope for the best,' Wilson said. 'It looked like he was a little surprised by it all, even as he was walking off. 'But, he was able to gather it all together. There was some blood coming down when he came off the field where it nicked him in the face. But, I think he's going to be okay.' Kirby did not return for the sixth inning, although he had already thrown 95 pitches by the time of his departure. It was easily Kirby's best start of the season, considering he entered the contest with an 11.42 ERA across two appearances since being activated from the injured list. The 27-year-old right-hander's start to the season was delayed until late May due to inflammation in his throwing shoulder, and he hadn't yet pitched to his standard. Kirby wasn't perfect, but was pleased to give up only two runs across five innings before being lifted for reliever Eduard Bazardo. 'I feel great right now,' Kirby said. 'Obviously, you don't want to throw that many pitches in five innings, but I'm glad I feel really good from it after it. So, that's a good sign.' So, too, is it a good sign from Wilson's standpoint that Kirby is so upbeat. The starter is still expected to have X-rays done on Wednesday, after which the team will learn more. For as challenging a start to the season as it's been for Kirby, Wilson has the utmost confidence in him to bounce back. 'George is a competitor. We know that,' Wilson said. 'A lot of times, these things can make you stronger, and that's what I expect from George. Again, hopefully it's nothing serious and it's just kind of a bump in the road.'
Reuters
2 days ago
- General
- Reuters
Orioles take down Mariners for 4th straight win
June 4 - Tomoyuki Sugano pitched seven strong innings as the Baltimore Orioles defeated the host Seattle Mariners 5-1 on Tuesday in the opener of a three-game series. Colton Cowser homered for Baltimore, which won its fourth consecutive game and prevailed for the seventh time in its past nine. Rowdy Tellez went deep for the Mariners, who fell a half-game behind the Houston Astros in the American League West. Sugano (5-3), a right-hander, allowed one run on five hits with one walk and five strikeouts. The only mistake Sugano made came with two outs in the second inning, when Tellez launched a 1-0 curveball that stayed over the middle of the plate 404 feet off the windows of Hit It Here Cafe on the second deck in right field at T-Mobile Park to tie the score at 1-1. The Orioles took a 1-0 lead in the first as Adley Rutschman, Gunnar Henderson and Ryan O'Hearn singled with one out to load the bases and Ramon Urias lifted a sacrifice fly to right field. Baltimore regained the lead in similar fashion in the fifth as Rutschman, Henderson and O'Hearn all singled, the latter bringing home the run. The inning ended with a scare as Urias lined a ball right back at the face of Mariners starter George Kirby (0-3). The righty got his pitching hand up to slightly deflect the ball before it hit him in the mouth. The ball ricocheted to first baseman Tellez, who stepped on the bag to end the inning. Kirby was bleeding from the mouth as he walked off the field. Kirby, making just his third start after beginning the season on the injured list with inflammation in his right shoulder, went five innings and gave up two runs on eight hits with one walk and three strikeouts. Cowser led off the sixth with a drive into the Mariners' bullpen in left-center off Eduard Bazardo to make it 3-1. The Orioles added a pair of insurance runs off Collin Snider in the ninth. Coby Mayo led off with a single and Heston Kjerstad lined an RBI double to right. With one out, Jackson Holliday lined a single to center to plate the game's final run. --Field Level Media
