107.8 mph liner lodges in jersey of Mariners' Logan Gilbert
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Key Points:
- Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert experienced a rare incident when a line drive hit by Carlos Cortes lodged in his jersey during the first inning of Seattle's 5-4 win over the Athletics.
- Although the play was ruled a single and not an out, Gilbert was momentarily stunned and suffered a bruise on his stomach and a cut on his left hand but continued pitching.
- Mariners' athletic trainer examined Gilbert, who completed four innings giving up three runs, and teammates expressed relief at his condition given the high velocity of the ball.
- Manager Dan Wilson praised Gilbert’s resilience despite allowing two earned runs early in the game, and Gilbert himself described the event as a freak and unusual occurrence.
