Mariners pull pitcher Emerson Hancock after 6 no-hit innings
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Key Points:
- Emerson Hancock delivered six hitless innings in his season debut for the Seattle Mariners against the Cleveland Guardians before being pulled by manager Dan Wilson.
- The Mariners' combined no-hitter bid ended in the seventh inning when Guardians rookie Chase DeLauter singled off reliever Cooper Criswell.
- Hancock allowed only two baserunners via a walk and a hit-by-pitch, striking out a career-high nine batters without allowing any batted ball to leave the infield.
- Seattle built a commanding 7-0 lead by the sixth inning, powered by key hits including a three-run homer by Brendan Donovan and RBI contributions from Leo Rivas, Randy Arozarena, Luke Raley, and Cal Raleigh.
- The Mariners secured an 8-0 victory over the Guardians, with Hancock's strong performance setting the tone for the game.
