Luis Castillo led the Mariners to victory over the Tigers, outlasting reigning Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal in a 7-0 win. Castillo, who needed just 92 pitches to clear his seven innings, relied on his four-seamer and went away from his slider to great effect. The Tigers’ lineup put pressure on Skubal early, but the Mariners’ offense failed to capitalize, leaving them with an opportunity for Gabe Speier to face Detroit’s lefty-heavy lineup.
Castillo’s performance was complemented by strong defensive play from Dylan Moore at third base and Julio Rodríguez in center field. The Mariners also got timely walks from Muñoz, who locked in after a slow start and struck out several key batters, including Trey Sweeney and Javier Baez.
Manager Dan Wilson praised Castillo’s “strong start” and credited Garver for helping Muñoz regain his confidence. The win marked a crucial turning point in the series, with the Mariners avoiding a sweep and defeating the reigning Cy Young winner. With more consistent contributions from their lineup, the Mariners are gaining momentum and building confidence.
Source: https://www.lookoutlanding.com/2025/4/2/24399821/luis-castillo-rock-solid-as-mariners-take-down-cy-young-winner-skubal-and-the-tigers-3-2