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Emerson Hancock, Mariners again shut out Blue Jays

Emerson Hancock

SEA Starting Pitcher #26

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Emerson Hancock limited the Blue Jays to two hits over seven innings in the Mariners’ 4-0 shutout victory Sunday.

It’s the fourth straight Mariners game to end in a shutout, and they were on the right side of three of them. (They beat the Angels 1-0 on Thursday, lost to the Jays 2-0 on Friday and won 11-0 on Saturday.) Hancock was originally supposed to piggyback with Logan Gilbert on Saturday, but the Mariners scratched that the night before and Gilbert went out and pitched one-hit ball for seven innings. Now, Hancock has gone seven scoreless for the first time. He previously pitched six scoreless innings twice and seven innings of one-run ball once. He struck out five and generated 14 whiffs today, finishing with a 32 percent CSW. The Mariners probably won’t engage in any funny business in the rotation this week with six games in a row after the off day on Monday. Just like this weekend, they’ll likely go with Luis Castillo on Friday, Gilbert on Saturday and Hancock on Sunday against the Rays.

- Matthew Pouliot

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George Kirby

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ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports multiple teams have engaged the Mariners in a potential trade for George Kirby.

Passan adds that the sense is that Kirby is available and could be moved prior to Monday’s deadline. He also notes that Seattle has been listening to offer for Emerson Hancock and Luis Castillo. The Mariners have top prospect Kade Anderson knocking on the door of the majors and figure to move at least one, if not more, of their current rotation members. Kirby would net the largest return in any potential trade package, despite holding a pedestrian 3.98 ERA across 120 innings this season.
Kade Anderson

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Mariners LHP prospect Kade Anderson struck out four and fired 4 2/3 scoreless inning on Friday for Double-A Arkansas.

It’s fair to wonder whether Seattle will wait until mid-August to promote Anderson since that would allow him to remain rookie-eligible for next season. There will be a rotation spot open one they move on from either Emerson Hancock or Luis Castillo ahead of next week’s trade deadline. There’s a chance that both of them are on the move. Anderson has checked every metaphorical box during his professional debut with a microscopic 1.20 ERA and 119/12 K/BB ratio across 82 1/3 innings over 16 starts for Double-A Arkansas. Needless to say, Anderson should be stashed in all fantasy formats. His time is coming.
Emerson Hancock

SEA Starting Pitcher #26

Emerson Hancock surrendered three runs in five innings Wednesday in a loss to the Dodgers.

Three runs in five innings on the road against one of the game’s best offenses probably doesn’t do much for Hancock’s trade value either way. He gave up one homer, though that was hit just 95.4 mph off the bat by Andy Pages. The other runs scored on three straight singles in the third and a single, a double and an infield single in the fourth. A better third baseman than Weston Wilson might have made the play on the last hit in the fourth to prevent the run. Hancock dropped to 6-5 with a 3.26 ERA. If he stays put, he should face the Tigers next Tuesday or Wednesday.
Emerson Hancock

SEA Starting Pitcher #26

ESPN’s Jeff Passan said that he expects Emerson Hancock to be traded at the deadline.

According to Passan, the Mariners are looking to trade a starting pitcher to try and land a right-handed hitter. Since Luis Castillo is owed almost $23 million next season, it’s less likely that he will be traded. Hancock is under team control through the 2030 season and has had a breakout season with a 3.16 ERA in his first 19 starts, with 97 strikeouts in 105 1/3 innings. Of course, he has been less impactful of late as his fastball has lost vertical movement, but he has remained a solid source of ratios and innings. He would likely lose some fantasy value if he leaves his pitching-friendly home ballpark.
Emerson Hancock

SEA Starting Pitcher #26

The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon report the Mariners are “open” to moving Emerson Hancock.

The assumption had been if the Mariners made a move in their rotation, it would likely be jettisoning Luis Castillo. Hancock would have more value to other teams as a controllable starter who is not making $22.75 million a season. Hancock has had a breakout year, with a 3.16 ERA in his first 19 starts, with 97 strikeouts in 105 1/3 innings pitched. The Athletic’s pair of reporters believe the Cubs and Mariners could match up well in a trade, though stop short of reporting that the Cubs have engaged with the Mariners on Hancock.
Emerson Hancock

SEA Starting Pitcher #26

Emerson Hancock yielded two runs in six innings Wednesday in a no-decision against the Reds.

He struck out three and walked one in his first start of the second half. This makes five times this season that Hancock has allowed exactly two runs (over six innings four times and five innings once). He hasn’t received a decision in any of those games, though. He’s 3-0 when he allows no runs, 1-2 in five starts while allowing one run, 0-0 in five starts while giving up two runs and 2-2 in five starts when giving up at least three runs. He’s due to face the Dodgers next week.
Emerson Hancock

SEA Starting Pitcher #26

Emerson Hancock exited Sunday’s start against the Rays with a bruised finger.

Hancock was hit in the hand with a 107 mph comebacker on the first pitch of the game. He initially stayed in the game, but had to leave in the second and finished with 1 2/3 scoreless innings before his removal. Hancock told reporters after the game it was just a bruise, and he expects to be ready after the All-Star break. It’s likely that he’ll experience some significant swelling, however, so fantasy managers should be ready if the 27-year-old needs to miss time.
Logan Gilbert

SEA Starting Pitcher #36

Logan Gilbert and Emerson Hancock are no longer piggybacking during Saturday’s game against the Blue Jays.

To the surprise of absolutely nobody, the Mariners are abandoning their ill-fated piggyback experiment with Gilbert making his usual start before Emerson Hancock takes the ball against Toronto on Sunday. It doesn’t sound like the organization has any plans to continue the unorthodox arrangement beyond the All-Star break, especially with the trade deadline looming and top prospects like Kade Anderson and Ryan Sloan looking like they could pitch in the majors down the home stretch. Hopefully this is the last time fantasy managers need to incorporate the phrase piggyback into our vocabulary.
Emerson Hancock

SEA Starting Pitcher #26

Emerson Hancock will piggyback with Logan Gilbert on Saturday against the White Sox.

It sounds like the Mariners will continue with this odd piggybacking arrangement through the All-Star break to keep all six of their starters happy. That means George Kirby will start on Sunday with Bryan Woo set to take the ball for Tuesday’s series opener against the Marlins in Miami.
Emerson Hancock

SEA Starting Pitcher #26

Emerson Hancock allowed one run with six strikeouts over 5 2/3 innings in a no-decision against the Guardians on Sunday.

Hancock came into this one needing a good start with 11 runs allowed over his last two appearances. He delivered with a solid day on the mound, holding the Guardians to one run into the sixth inning. He scattered five hits and three walks while collecting six strikeouts. The 27-year-old right-hander will look to keep it going when he takes a 3.47 ERA, 1.05 WHIP, and an 87/22 K/BB ratio across 90 2/3 innings into a start against the Blue Jays in Seattle next Sunday.

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Jesus Rodriguez

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Giants placed C/OF Jesús Rodriguez on the 10-day injured list with right elbow bursitis.

Rodriguez will be out of action for at least a week and a half, but an elbow injury often leads to longer stints away from the team. The 24-year-old will be replaced by Nate Furman on the active roster.
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Nate Furman

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Giants selected the contract of INF Nate Furman from Triple-A Sacramento.

Furman will have a chance to make his MLB debut after spending four seasons in the minors. The 25-year-old has forged a .770 OPS with seven homers and 18 stolen bases in Sacramento prior to the promotion. It seems likely that Furman will just be a bench bat while he’s with the team as the replacement for Jesús Rodriguez, with Rodriguez hitting the shelf in a corresponding move due to elbow bursitis.
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George Springer

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George Springer finished 2-for-4 with a double and two RBI as the Blue Jays bested the Cardinals 5-1 on Saturday.

Springer has hit in seven straight games, and he’s at .303 with four homers, 15 RBI and just eight strikeouts in 17 games since coming off the injured list last month. With the way he’s bounced back, he should net the Jays a significant prospect if, as a 10-and-five player, he’s willing to accept a trade.
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Kevin Gausman

TOR Starting Pitcher #34
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Kevin Gausman pitched 5 2/3 innings of one-run ball to beat the Cardinals on Saturday.

A strong trade candidate, Gausman got a big ovation from the Toronto crowd as he walked off the field for what could be his final start for the Jays. But, then, even if he is traded, it’s easy to imagine the Blue Jays looking to bring him back in free agency this winter. The win made Gausman 5-10 with a 4.38 ERA. He’ll likely pitch in Philly on Friday if he stays put.
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Quinn Mathews

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Quinn Mathews yielded two runs in five-plus innings to take a loss in his major league debut Saturday against the Blue Jays.

Mathews allowed six hits, walked three and struck out three, which doesn’t sound great. However, he allowed just four hard-hit balls, and he finished with 12 whiffs and a solid 29 percent CSW. He was likely to stay in the rotation no matter how today went, but it was definitely a decent enough first effort. Since he’s lined up for a home start against the Rockies, he’s a fair streaming option next week.
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Alec Burleson

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Alec Burleson went 2-for-4 with a walk versus the Blue Jays in Saturday’s loss.

The Cardinals had eight of the game’s nine hardest-hit balls today, with Burleson chiming in with a 107.3-mph single, and did outhit the Blue Jays 11-9, but they still lost 5-1. The team just hasn’t been able to homer since Jordan Walker’s binge during the Derby. They have only six in 16 games since, with JJ Wetherholt hitting half of those.
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Shelby Miller

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Shelby Miller struck out four in an extended inning of work in Arizona on Saturday.

Miller should begin pitching in official games soon. At 35, he’s trying to pull off a quick return from October surgery to repair his UCL. The Cubs signed him to a two-year, $2.5 million deal in February.
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Athletics designated LHP Connor Thomas for assignment.

Thomas was just claimed off waivers from the Braves on Thursday. He loses his 40-man roster spot to Ben Bowden, and he’ll have the option to become a free agent if he clears waivers.
- Matthew Pouliot

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Sam Huff

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Orioles sent C Sam Huff outright to Triple-A Norfolk.

Huff accepted the assignment, so he might return at some point if the Orioles keep struggling to keep their catchers healthy.
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Joe Musgrove

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Joe Musgrove felt strong after a bullpen session Saturday and thinks he’s ready to go on a rehab assignment.

Musgrove is now nearly 22 months removed from Tommy John surgery and hopefully has finally turned the corner.

“This is the best I’ve felt in a long time,” he said. Musgrove won’t be back until around Sept. 1 in a best-case scenario, so he probably doesn’t need to be stashed in mixed leagues just yet.
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