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2022 MLB Playoffs: Astros, Yordan Alvarez storm back, stun M's in Game 1

The Mariners chased Justin Verlander early before the Astros rallied to win on a stunning, walk-off blast from Yordan Alvarez, Jordan Shuste...

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Astros' Phil Maton out for playoffs after punching locker

Astros reliever Phil Maton says he broke his right pinkie when he punched a locker in frustration after Houston’s regular-season finale and will miss the postseason

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pitching Ninja's Filthiest Pitches: Castillo, Muñoz among wild-card highlights

Rob Friedman breaks down the filthiest pitches from MLB's Wild-Card Series, led by Luis Castillo's movement and Andres Munoz's heat.

OCTOBER 10, 2022

2022 MLB Playoffs: Mariners' offense, pitching come out strong to take Game 1

The Mariners wasted no time in their first postseason game in 21 years, taking a first-inning lead on the Blue Jays that they would never re...

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Starting Game 1 in Toronto Castillo will start Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series against the Blue Jays on Friday, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports.

Impact Castillo finished the regular season Saturday by giving up one run over six innings against the A's, and he'll take the mound in the postseason opener for Seattle. The 29-year-old righty was acquired from the Reds at the trade deadline and delivered a 3.17 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 77:17 K:BB across 65.1 frames in 11 starts with the Mariners.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Allows one run in win Castillo (4-2) earned the win Saturday, allowing one run on two hits and one walk over six innings against the Athletics. He struck out eight.

Impact Castillo allowed an RBI single from Jordan Diaz to open the scoring in the first inning but was otherwise without blemishes. The righty has been inconsistent over his last 10 starts, allowing four runs or more three times and one run or fewer five times. The 29-year-old's 2.99 ERA during 2022 is the best of his six-year career.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gives up five runs Sunday Castillo allowed five runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out five in 5.1 innings during Sunday's loss to the Royals. He didn't factor into the decision.

Impact Castillo gave up just two runs over the first five innings of Sunday's matchup and appeared to be in good shape to pick up a win since the Mariners' offense put up eight runs in the top of the fifth inning. However, he allowed five innings in the bottom of the sixth inning, and the Royals' offense ultimately combined for 11 runs during the frame. The right-hander has been inconsistent since the start of September, posting a 3.90 ERA and 1.27 WHIP in 27.2 innings over five starts. He projects to make his next start at home against the Athletics on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mariners blow 9-run lead; Royals win behind 11-run inning

The Mariners blew a huge lead to the Royals by giving up 11 runs in the sixth inning to lose 13-12.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022

Mariners, Luis Castillo Reportedly Have New Deal The deal allows the Mariners, a Rangers AL West rival, to keep its starting rotation together for the next four seasons.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

Mariners, Luis Castillo Reportedly Have New Deal The deal allows the Mariners, a Rangers AL West rival, to keep its starting rotation together for the next four seasons.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Seattle Mariners, RHP Luis Castillo agree to 5-year contract

The Seattle Mariners have agreed to terms on a five-year extension with recently acquired ace Luis Castillo.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022

Castillo, Mariners agree to $108M, 5-year deal through '27

Right-hander Luis Castillo agreed to a $108 million, five-year contract with the Seattle Mariners that starts next season, giving up a chance to become a free agent after the 2023...

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mariners, Luis Castillo agree to 5-year extension The Seattle Mariners have signed right-handed pitcher Luis Castillo to a five-year, $108 million contract extension, the team announced Satu...

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Signs five-year extension Castillo and the Mariners agreed to terms on a five-year, $108 million extension Saturday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Castillo was due to become a free agent after the 2023 season, but he'll now be under contract through 2027, and potentially 2028 thanks to a vesting option. The deal is excellent news for Castillo's long-term fantasy value, as it means he's now set to remain in one of the best pitchers' parks in the league for the foreseeable future. He's certainly enjoyed his time in Seattle thus far, posting a 2.83 ERA and a 29.1 percent strikeout rate in his first nine starts as a Mariner.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Can't escape fifth inning Castillo (7-6) took the loss during Tuesday's 4-1 defeat at the hands of the Athletics, allowing four runs on six hits and two walks with four strikeouts in 4.2 innings.

Impact Castillo cruised through the first four frames before surrendering five consecutive two-out baserunners and all four runs in the fifth, prompting his removal. The 29-year-old fired 54 of 85 pitches for strikes with 13 of the swinging variety, though the four strikeouts match his lowest total in a start since June 15. Castillo has alternated stellar and subpar performances through four September turns, with the result being a 2.82 ERA across 22.1 innings. He's tentatively slated to pitch again Sunday in Kansas City.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MLB Power Rankings: Blue Jays up; how dominant are the Dodgers?

Only a few weeks remain in the MLB regular season. Which teams look best as the playoffs approach? Ben Verlander breaks down his top 10.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Blanks Padres over six frames Castillo (7-5) earned the win after he pitched six scoreless innings, allowing four hits and a walk while hitting a batter and striking out nine against the Padres on Wednesday.

Impact Castillo was in full command Wednesday, limiting the Padres to six total baserunners while punching out at least nine batters for the third time in six starts. The right-hander has now produced six quality starts over eight outings since joining the Mariners at the trade deadline. Since joining Seattle, he has compiled a 2.37 ERA and 1.03 WHIP with 60 punchouts over 49.1 innings.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MLB Power Rankings: Dodgers, Astros showing no signs of letting up

The Dodgers and Astros are refusing to give up their spots atop the MLB Power Rankings. Check out Ben Verlander's latest list.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Luis Castillo's quiet confidence providing a spark for Seattle Mariners

One of the biggest pickups of the trade deadline, Luis Castillo is elevating the Mariners with his competitiveness and his pitch mix, Rowan...

AUGUST 24, 2022

Hit hard Sunday Castillo (1-1) took the loss Sunday, allowing four runs on eight hits and one walk over five innings in a 5-3 loss against Oakland. He struck out five.

Impact Oakland got to Castillo early as he surrendered runs in the first and second innings. The veteran never really found his groove as he allowed at least one hit in each inning and allowed a fourth run to score in the fifth. This was just the second start all season in which Castillo has allowed more than three runs to score. He will carry a 2.93 ERA into his next start, which is tentatively scheduled to be this weekend against the Guardians.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mariners' Luis Castillo keeps reminding Yankees of trade deadline blunder Seattle Mariners right-hander Luis Castillo struck out nine batters over six innings in Monday's 6-2 win vs. the Los Angeles Angels.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • NJ.COM