Mariners ace Logan Gilbert exits with forearm tightness

Field Level Media|published: Fri 25th April, 23:17 2025

MLB: Seattle Mariners at Toronto Blue Jays

Apr 19, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Logan Gilbert (36) delivers a pitch against the Toronto Blue Jays in the first inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Seattle Mariners ace right-hander Logan Gilbert left Friday night's start against the visiting Miami Marlins with tightness in his right forearm, the team announced.

Gilbert, who entered the game 1-1 with a 2.63 ERA in five starts this season, struck out three over three perfect innings. The 27-year-old former first-round pick threw just 29 pitches before exiting.

The Mariners' Opening Day starter had the top strikeout rate in the major leagues at 38 percent.

Gilbert is coming off his first All-Star season, finishing 9-12 with a 3.23 ERA and leading the majors in starts (33), innings (208 2/3) and WHIP (0.887).

--Field Level Media