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Mariners Extend Shutout Streak With 1-0 Victory Over Pirates

Seattle’s rotation depth plus bullpen stability fueled consecutive scoreless outings, boosting its AL West standing

Mariners starting pitcher Luis Castillo (58) reacts after striking out Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Bryan Reynolds (10) during the first inning Saturday at T-Mobile Park in Seattle.

Overview

  • Luis Castillo struck out a season-high eight batters over seven scoreless innings while allowing just two hits and no walks.
  • Ben Williamson ended a month-long RBI drought with a sixth-inning double that produced the game’s only run.
  • Matt Brash delivered a scoreless eighth inning after issuing one walk and Andrés Muñoz closed out his 20th save by striking out two in the ninth.
  • Julio Rodriguez made a leaping catch at the wall to rob Andrew McCutchen of extra bases and help preserve the shutout bid.
  • The win marked Seattle’s second straight shutout and improved the Mariners to 4-2 on their seven-game homestand.