Kirby leads Mariners to 7-0 win over Rangers in Texas

In a dominant performance, George Kirby pitched seven innings, allowing only one hit and facing the minimum number of batters, leading the Seattle Mariners to a 7-0 victory over the Texas Rangers. The Mariners secured the win with a strong offensive showing, highlighted by Mitch Garver's three-run homer in the first inning and Randy Arozarena's solo shot in the seventh. This victory was crucial for Seattle as they aim to stay competitive in the AL West and wild-card races. Kirby, who improved his record to 12-11, showcased his skill by inducing 11 groundouts and participating in four putouts, including a remarkable play in the fourth inning. His performance against the Rangers has been particularly impressive, as he has now won six consecutive games against them, lowering his career ERA against this team to an outstanding 0.92. The Mariners' offense was well-rounded, with contributions from players like Victor Robles and Julio Rodríguez, who also recorded RBIs. With 14 hits in total, the Mariners demonstrated their offensive depth, which has been essential as they approach the final stretch of the season with only 12 games remaining. As the Mariners prepare for their next series against the Houston Astros, they remain four games behind in the AL West and 2.5 games behind the Minnesota Twins in the wild-card race. The Rangers, on the other hand, are struggling, having lost three straight games and five of their last six, diminishing their postseason hopes significantly.