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George Kirby nearing Major Leagues with Mariners
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Mariners hope by resting George Kirby now, he'll be pitching for them in September and maybe beyond
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George Kirby Showed Ace Stuff in Rookie Campaign - Lookout Landing
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Bizarre, Scary Scene In Seattle As A Fan Threw A Ball Onto The Field And Hit Mariners Pitcher George Kirby In The Chest
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Mariners' George Kirby achieves rare feat by starting game with 24 straight strikes; Julio Rodriguez joins 20-20 club - ESPN
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Mariners pitcher George Kirby struck by baseball thrown by fan from stands
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Why George Kirby comments didn't worry Seattle Mariners' Dipoto - Seattle Sports
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Mariners calling up top pitching prospect George Kirby to join starting rotation
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George Kirby's Looking Like the Future Ace of the Mariners
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Mariners' George Kirby throws record 24 straight strikes to open game
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Mariners pitcher George Kirby struck by baseball thrown by fan from stands
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Mariners' George Kirby didn't want to pitch 7th inning - ESPN
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George Kirby has strong debut as Mariners beat Rays to snap six-game losing streak
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Young fan appears to hit George Kirby with baseball during Mariners game