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Mariners’ George Kirby Bloodied by 102.7 mph Comeback Hit, Faces Further Evaluation

Medical imaging is scheduled to rule out fractures after the impact.

Overview

  • In the fifth inning at T-Mobile Park, Orioles third baseman Ramón Urías drilled Kirby’s jaw with a 102.7 mph comebacker.
  • Kirby instinctively raised his throwing hand to deflect the ball, sending it to first base for the inning’s final out.
  • Despite bleeding from the injury, he walked off the mound under his own power and was led for treatment.
  • Manager Dan Wilson said Kirby will undergo further tests to ensure there are no serious injuries.
  • The outing was his third start since returning from a shoulder injury, and he is tentatively set to pitch again on June 8 pending test results.