Big News

Yesterday Felix Hernandez became the first Mariners pitcher to throw a perfect game and the 23rd all time. King Felix did not allow a single Ray to reach base in a 1-0 win. Hernandez struck out 12 batters in that game and was overall just masterful. His record improved to 11-5 and his ERA was lowed to 2.60 on the season. You can consider him a Cy Young Award candidate. Congrats to Felix Hernandez. Felix Hernandez is 26 years old and has won a Cy Young Award, been an All-Star multiple times, and now has pitched a perfect game. He has collected 96 wins with a struggling offense over an 8 year career with a 3.17 ERA. Most importantly Hernandez has avoided major injuries. In 2015 King Felix will be a free agent and he can expect a mega contract.

Also in the news yesterday was Melky Cabrera being suspended for 50 games. Melky tested positive for a PED (Performance Enhancing Drug.) The substance was later classified as testosrone. Melky has been a major part of the success of the Giants this season. Melky has set career highs in batting average (.346), on base percentage (.390), and slugging percentage (.516). It is a shame that players try to get around the drug testing.