Logan Gilbert's jersey catches line drive in bizarre play
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Key Points:
- Seattle Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert had a line drive hit directly at him lodged in his jersey during the first inning of a game against the Athletics, preventing at least one earned run.
- Although the play was ruled a single for Carlos Cortes, Gilbert considered himself lucky as the ball did not result in an out but stopped a potential run.
- Gilbert sustained a bruise on his stomach and a cut on his left hand but remained in the game, pitching four innings and allowing three runs.
- Mariners’ first baseman Josh Naylor and manager Dan Wilson expressed relief at Gilbert’s condition and praised his resilience after the unusual incident.
- The Mariners won the game 5-4, with Naylor contributing a walk-off single.
