Kirby Faces Bieber as Mariners Meet Jays in ALCS Game 3
As the American League Championship Series (ALCS) progresses, all eyes will be on the matchup between the Seattle Mariners and the Toronto Blue Jays. In Game 3, Mariners pitcher George Kirby is set to duel against Blue Jays ace Shane Bieber.
Pitching Matchup: Kirby vs. Bieber
George Kirby, a right-handed pitcher for the Mariners, is expected to take the mound against Shane Bieber. Bieber, a former AL Cy Young Award winner in 2020, has had a mixed postseason. He struggled in his last outing, allowing three runs in under three innings against the Yankees.
- George Kirby
- 2015-2025: Fourth season with Seattle.
- 2025 Regular Season Stats: 10 wins, 8 losses, 4.21 ERA in 23 starts.
- Postseason Performance: Three runs allowed in Game 1 against Detroit; six strikeouts in Game 2.
- Shane Bieber
- 2025 Regular Season Stats: 4 wins, 2 losses, 3.57 ERA in seven starts for Toronto.
- Postseason Performance: Gave up three runs in 2⅔ innings against the Yankees.
Upcoming Games and Potential Starters
Looking ahead in the series, Mariners manager Dan Wilson has mentioned that Luis Castillo is lined up to pitch Game 4. For Game 5, Bryan Woo remains a possibility, despite his injury concerns.
- Luis Castillo
- Expected Game 4 Starter
- Bryan Woo
- Possible Game 5 Starter
- 2025 Regular Season Stats: 15 wins, 7 losses, 2.94 ERA with 198 strikeouts.
- Missed games due to pectoral inflammation, recently threw live batting practice.
With vital games ahead, the performance of these pitchers will significantly influence the outcome of the series. The Mariners aim to capitalize on their home-field advantage, while the Blue Jays seek to recover from their recent setbacks. All eyes will be on Kirby and Bieber as they bring their talents to the mound in this pivotal ALCS game.
