Hancock Channels Johnson in 14-K Game

Seattle Mariners pitcher Emerson Hancock dominated the Kansas City Royals on Saturday, striking out a career-high 14 batters over seven innings. Despite his stellar performance—allowing just six hits, one earned run, and zero walks—the Mariners fell 3-2 in extra innings. extract-html.com

After the game, Royals ace Seth Lugo drew a massive comparison between Hancock and Diamondbacks legend Randy Johnson, asking umpires if Johnson had returned from retirement. The tribute was fitting, as Hancock's performance came on Johnson's jersey retirement night. Hancock became the fourth player in Mariners history to record 14+ strikeouts with no walks, a feat Johnson had accomplished twice.