Mariners P Logan Gilbert accidentally catches line drive in his jersey but doesn't get the out
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Key Points:
- Seattle Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert made an unusual play by catching a 107.8-mph comebacker in his jersey during the first inning against the Athletics, but it was not considered a legal catch according to MLB rules.
- MLB rules specify that a catch must be made with the hand or glove, and using any other part of the uniform, such as a jersey, does not count, resulting in the play being ruled a single.
- The single loaded the bases with no outs and led to two runs scoring, contributing to Gilbert allowing 3 earned runs over 4 innings pitched.
- Despite Gilbert's struggles, the Mariners secured a 5-4 walk-off victory with a single from Josh Naylor, marking their 24th walk-off win of the 2024 season, the most in MLB.
- The Mariners hold an 11-14 record, placing them fourth in the AL West division.
