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George Kirby pitches eight innings as Mariners beat Angels 6-2

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 4:15 AM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

George Kirby pitches eight innings as Mariners beat Angels 6-2

Summary

George Kirby threw eight innings, allowing two runs and striking out seven batters, as the Seattle Mariners defeated the Los Angeles Angels 6-2 on Monday night. Cole Young contributed significantly, hitting two home runs, while Dominic Canzone also homered. The Mariners scored three runs in the fourth inning to take the lead. The victory brings Seattle to.500 with a record of 43-43, remaining half a game behind the first-place Texas Rangers in the AL West. Angels pitcher Ryan Johnson allowed three runs in five innings.

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By the Numbers

•Cole Young hit two home runs for Seattle.
•Kirby allowed seven hits in eight innings.
•Mariners scored three runs in the fourth to take the lead.
•Angels rookie Ryan Johnson gave up three runs in five innings.
•Mariners move to 43-43, half a game behind Texas.

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What they're saying

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Cole Young hit two home runs to back eight strong innings from George Kirby as the Seattle Mariners came from behind to beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-2 on Monday night. Dominic Canzone also went deep to help Seattle (43-43) get back to .500 and stay a half-game behind the first-place Texas Rangers in the AL West. Zach Neto doubled to center field leading off the game against Kirby (7-7), and Denzer Guzman singled two pitches later for a 1-0 lead.
— Yahoo Sports