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Casey Legumina’s Back-to-Back Wins Revive Historic Mariners Pitching Feat

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41-Year Drought Broken in Chicago Showdown

Seattle Mariners reliever Casey Legumina made franchise history this week, becoming the first pitcher since Mark Langston in 1984 to start and win consecutive games. The 27-year-old right-hander achieved this rare milestone during Seattle's May 20-21 series against the Chicago White Sox, ending a 41-year wait for the organization.

Casey Legumina's Historic Back-to-Back Wins Revive 41-Year-Old Mariners Pitching Feat

Two Days of Dominance

With starting pitchers Logan Gilbert and George Kirby sidelined by injuries, Legumina stepped up with back-to-back standout performances:

May 20: 5.2 innings pitched, 1 earned run, 5 strikeouts in 6-5 victory
May 21: 4.1 scoreless innings in 1-0 shutout win

Echoes of Mariners History

Legumina's achievement mirrors Mark Langston's 1984 feat against Cleveland, verified by Elias Sports Bureau. The Hall of Famer's dual wins early in his career became legendary, foreshadowing his five All-Star selections.

2025 Season Challenges

Acquired from Cincinnati in a preseason trade, Legumina initially struggled with an 8.68 ERA in relief appearances. Manager Scott Servais' decision to deploy him as a starter during the team's pitching crisis proved inspired, showcasing Seattle's adaptive bullpen strategies.

Strategic Bullpen Management

The Mariners' creative pitching approach combined Legumina with bulk relievers like Casey Lawrence, demonstrating modern baseball's evolving tactics. This "opener" strategy helped Seattle overcome rotation shortages while maintaining competitive performance.

What's Next for Legumina?

As injured starters return, the right-hander may revert to relief duties. However, his historic performance has cemented his place in Mariners lore and could earn him crucial late-game opportunities during Seattle's current AL West playoff push.