Kirby lasted just 3.2 innings in his first start of the season on Thursday, but if you look under the hood, it wasn't as bad as it seemed.

Seattle’s George Kirby didn’t get the results he wanted in his season debut against the Houston Astros but was still encouraged in his return to the mound after a lengthy absence.

The Seattle Mariners reinstated right-hander George Kirby from the 15-day injured list ahead of his start on Thursday against the host Houston Astros.