GEORGE KIRBY NEWS

Tigers try to sweep 3-game series against the Mariners

The Detroit Tigers and the Seattle Mariners square off in the last game of a three-game series

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Begins season on shelf The Mariners placed Kirby (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list Thursday.

Impact Seattle hasn't provided any official updates on Kirby's status since he was placed on the IL last week, but the right-hander was able to resume his throwing program March 21 after he was briefly shut down due to shoulder inflammation. Kirby is eligible to return from the IL on April 8, but he looks like he'll need more time beyond that to complete his throwing progression and get fully stretched out for starting duty. Emerson Hancock secured a spot in the Mariners' Opening Day rotation as a result of Kirby's injury.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners play in game 2 of series

The Detroit Tigers play the Seattle Mariners with a 1-0 series lead

APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Hancock remains confident after rocky first start SEATTLE -- Emerson Hancock was so eager for the next-man-up opportunity while George Kirby is sidelined, so excited to remain with his good...

APRIL 1 • MLB.COM

Mariners play the Tigers in first of 3-game series

The Seattle Mariners open a three-game series at home against the Detroit Tigers on Monday

MARCH 31 • Associated Press

Athletics face the Mariners leading series 2-1

The Athletics face the Seattle Mariners with a 2-1 series lead

MARCH 30 • Associated Press

Seattle Mariners face the Athletics Saturday

The Seattle Mariners host the Athletics on Saturday

MARCH 29 • Associated Press

Mariners face the Athletics leading series 1-0

The Seattle Mariners take a 1-0 advantage into the latest game of the series against the Athletics

MARCH 28 • Associated Press

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MARCH 27 • FOX SPORTS

Seattle Mariners' George Kirby Takes First Positive Step in Injury Recovery Seattle Mariners starting pitcher George Kirby won't be ready for the start of the season, but he did take a positive step on Friday. Accord...

MARCH 21 • SI.COM

Will throw again Saturday Kirby (shoulder) made 20 throws from 60 feet Friday and will expand his throwing distance to 75 feet Saturday, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports.

Impact Kirby was cleared to begin a throwing program Friday, two weeks after being with right shoulder inflammation. The right-hander was given a biologics injection last week, which he said definitely helped speed along the healing process. There is no timetable for when Kirby will be ready to make his season debut, as the Mariners will have to see how he responds to the ramp-up.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Plays catch Friday Kirby (shoulder) played catch with a trainer for a few minutes Friday, Shannon Drayer of SeattleSports.com reports.

Impact It's not much but it's the first time he's done any throwing since he was diagnosed with right shoulder inflammation March 7. Kirby is hopeful of being ready for his season debut around mid-April, but a clear timetable for the right-hander has not yet been established.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Hopes to start playing catch soon Kirby (shoulder) hopes to begin playing catch in the next few days, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports.

Impact After receiving an injection last week, Kirby has since resumed strengthening exercises but will remain in Arizona for three more weeks to continue his rehab. The Mariners shut Kirby down from throwing on March 7 due to right shoulder inflammation, and the star right-hander's timetable for a return remains up in the air a bit. With Kirby's throwing program still yet to begin, it sounds like fantasy managers shouldn't plan on having him available until mid-April at the earliest. "I'm hoping to get back up there by the middle of April," Kirby said.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

AL West Preview: The Astros will look different, and that could mean a new division champ this year

The Houston Astros will look different when trying to continue their impressive run of AL West titles

MARCH 17 • Associated Press

Recently received injection Manager Dan Wilson revealed Thursday that Kirby (shoulder) has recently received a biologics injection, and the hope is the right-hander will be able to return to strengthening act...

Impact The shot should aid the healing process for Kirby's right shoulder inflammation, but he's still slated to begin the season on the injured list while his recovery continues. However, it's encouraging to hear the star hurler is progressing and perhaps on track to get one step closer to resuming throwing. In the meantime, 2020 first-rounder Emerson Hancock remains in position to open 2025 as Seattle's No. 5 starter despite struggling with a 9.53 ERA and 1.94 WHIP over 5.2 innings this spring.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Mariners RHP George Kirby (shoulder) expected to begin season on IL Deadspin | Mariners RHP George Kirby (shoulder) expected to begin season on IL

MARCH 8 • DEADSPIN.COM

Mariners RHP George Kirby (shoulder) expected to begin season on IL Seattle Mariners right-handed pitcher George Kirby is expected to begin the regular season on the 15-day injured list due to shoulder inflam...

MARCH 8 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Mariners' George Kirby likely to open season on IL due to inflammation in throwing shoulder

Seattle Mariners right-hander George Kirby has inflammation on his throwing shoulder and likely will open the season on the injured list

MARCH 7 • Associated Press

Kirby (right shoulder inflammation) to start season on IL; MRI comes back clean Right-hander George Kirby was shut down with shoulder inflammation and will start the season on the injured list, the Mariners said on Frida...

MARCH 7 • MLB.COM

Nursing shoulder inflammation Kirby will be shut down from throwing due to right shoulder inflammation, Shannon Drayer of SeattleSports.com reports.

Impact Kirby was not bouncing back well from his outings and had an MRI done, which came back negative. It seems as though the shutdown period is expected to be brief, but any shoulder-related issue in March threatens Kirby's potential Opening Day availability. The Mariners will certainly exercise caution with the right-hander.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Legendary ESPN Reporter Has Lofty Praise For Seattle Mariners Pitcher George Kirby Legendary ESPN MLB Insider Tim Kurkjian recently told Seattle Sports 710 that he expects Seattle Mariners starting pitcher George Kirby to b...

FEBRUARY 9 • SI.COM

Receives $4.3 million from Seattle The Mariners and Kirby avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $4.3 million contract Thursday, Daniel Kramer of MLB.com reports.

Impact It's a substantial raise for Kirby, who was eligible for arbitration for the first time as a Super 2 qualifier. The right-hander collected a 3.53 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 179:23 K:BB over 191 innings covering 33 starts for Seattle in 2024.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Fans six in quality start Kirby (14-11) hurled six innings of one-run ball to pick up the win Wednesday against Houston, allowing four hits and one walk while striking out six.

Impact Kirby was shaky to start this one, plunking Jeremy Pena and issuing a rare base on balls in the opening frame. Kirby settled in shortly thereafter, cruising through six innings to pick up his third-consecutive quality start and his 20th overall. Kirby showcased his historic control yet again this season, leading MLB with a 7.9 K/BB and a microscopic 1.1 BB/9. The 26-year-old will end the campaign with a 3.53 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and a pristine 179:23 K:BB in 191 innings (33 starts). The right-hander's combination of pinpoint control and durability makes him one of the most reliable pitchers in fantasy, although his limited strikeout totals (career 8.5 K/9) cap his fantasy ceiling.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Julio Rodríguez homers twice for wild card-chasing Seattle and Kirby beats Rangers again in 8-2 win

Julio Rodríguez homered twice to drive in five runs, George Kirby went six innings for his 13th victory and the AL wild card-chasing Mariners beat the Texas Rangers 8-2

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • Associated Press

Secures 13th win Kirby (13-11) earned the win Friday versus the Rangers, allowing two runs on five hits and no walks over six innings. He struck out four.

Impact The Seattle right-hander posted his second consecutive quality start and 19th overall with this 85-pitch performance. Both runs Kirby yielded came via a Nathaniel Lowe RBI single in the fourth inning. The 26-year-old control artist has now made 14 starts this season (out of 32 total) without conceding a free pass, as he's pitched to a 3.60 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and 173:22 K:BB across 185 innings. He's slated to make his last start of the season at Houston next week.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE