Emerson Hancock aims for All-Star nod after breakout season with Mariners
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 11:47 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Emerson Hancock, a right-hander for the Seattle Mariners, is having a standout season in 2026, posting a career-best ERA of 3.28. With the Mariners competing for playoff contention, Hancock leads the starting staff in earned runs allowed and WHIP. His recent performances could earn him a selection for the upcoming All-Star game in July, as Seattle looks to have multiple representatives. Hancock's development comes after previous seasons where he had higher ERAs, suggesting significant improvement.
- •Hancock’s 3.28 ERA is the lowest among Mariners starters.
- •He has allowed 29 earned runs this season, the fewest on the staff.
- •The Mariners are 8-5 in games started by Hancock.
- •Hancock was selected 6th overall in the 2020 MLB Draft.
- •Seattle could have multiple All-Stars this summer.
- 11:47 AMYahoo Sports — Mariners' Emerson Hancock's surprise season may get him an All-Star nod
"Seattle Mariners right-hander Emerson Hancock is having a breakout campaign, which could help him make his first career All-Star game.
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