Anderson and Sloan Shine in Double-a Doubleheader Showdown

WHO:

MLB.com - Kade Anderson and Ryan Sloan are the Mariners’ No. 2 and No. 3 prospects, respectively.

MLB.com - Colt Emerson is a 20-year-old rookie sensation for the Mariners.

WHAT:

MLB.com - Kade Anderson pitched 6 2/3 innings, striking out six batters and allowing no runs in a 1-0 win.

MLB.com - Anderson improved to 6-0 with a 1.13 ERA, leading all qualified full-season hurlers in 2026.

MLB.com - Anderson leads the Texas League in ERA, strikeouts (82), and batting average against (.157).

MLB.com - Anderson's K/BB ratio is 11.71, leading all Minor Leaguers with at least 30 innings pitched.

MLB.com - Ryan Sloan allowed one unearned run and struck out seven batters over six innings in the second game of the doubleheader.

MLB.com - Colt Emerson hit his sixth home run of the season, tying the game in the fifth inning during an 8-3 loss at Nationals Park.

MLB.com - Emerson became the third player in Mariners history aged 20 or younger to hit home runs in consecutive games.

WHERE:

MLB.com - The doubleheader took place at Dickey-Stephens Park in North Little Rock, Arkansas.

MLB.com - The Mariners played against the Nationals at Nationals Park.

WHEN:

MLB.com - The doubleheader was rescheduled to Saturday due to inclement weather that affected the original Friday night game.

MLB.com - Emerson does not turn 21 until July 20.

WHY:

MLB.com - Anderson's performance is part of a historic start to his career, showcasing his dominance in the league.

HOW:

MLB.com - Anderson was lifted one out short of a shutout after pitching effectively for 6 2/3 innings.

MLB.com - Emerson demonstrated elite hand speed and pitch recognition to hit a 97.9 mph fastball for a home run.

(UPDATED June 14, 2026 17:20 UTC)

Kade Anderson delivered an impressive performance for the Mariners, pitching six and two-thirds innings without allowing a run and striking out six batters in a narrow 1-0 victory, which improved his record to 6-0 with a remarkable 1.13 ERA. Meanwhile, Colt Emerson, the 20-year-old rookie sensation, hit his sixth home run of the season during an 8-3 loss against the Nationals, making him the third player in Mariners history under 21 to hit home runs in consecutive games. Ryan Sloan also contributed by allowing just one unearned run and striking out seven batters over six innings in the second game of a doubleheader held at Dickey-Stephens Park in North Little Rock, Arkansas.