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Logan Gilbert and the Seattle Mariners avoided a dramatic collapse Wednesday night, defeating the Milwaukee Brewers, 7-5, at American Family Field. The result came one night after Milwaukee produced a historic 22-0 victory over Seattle, creating a sharp reversal in momentum during the two-game series.
The Brewers fell behind early after starting pitcher Dustin May struggled through his third appearance with the club. May lasted only two innings, allowing seven runs while recording six outs. Milwaukee’s late offensive push made the game competitive, but the early deficit proved too large to overcome.
Logan Gilbert Helps Mariners Build Early Cushion
Seattle’s offense pressured May from the opening inning. Brendan Donovan reached on an infield single when Brice Turang’s spinning throw sailed wide of first base. Randy Arozarena followed with a bloop hit, and Dominic Canzone then delivered a two-run double to left field.
May retired the next two batters, but he could not finish the inning cleanly. He walked Cole Young and Cal Raleigh after getting ahead of both hitters with two strikes. Taylor Ward then lined a two-run single to right, giving Seattle a 4-0 advantage after the first inning.
The Mariners added three more runs in the second. Donovan reached on another infield hit, May hit Arozarena with a two-strike pitch, and Canzone’s single loaded the bases. Julio Rodríguez followed with a sacrifice fly, while Josh Naylor added a two-run single to make it 7-0.
May’s first swing-and-miss came on his 61st pitch, when he struck out Raleigh to end the second inning. According to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, May did not generate a swing and miss until the final batter he faced. He also recorded only six outs before leaving the game.
May Blames Command and Unlucky Contact
Despite the damaging line, May said the Mariners did not consistently make hard contact against him. He cited mediocre command, pitches left to the arm side and several balls that found open areas of the field.
“There was a lot of stuff that I could have executed better,” May said. “But this is one of those outings where you can’t be super frustrated with yourself just because you didn’t really give up any hard contact on stuff.”
May’s average exit velocity against him was listed at just 76.9 mph. However, walks, defensive pressure and well-placed hits combined to create a difficult night for the right-hander.
Joey Ortiz Sparks a Fierce Brewers Rally
Milwaukee refused to let the game become another runaway result. Joey Ortiz broke through against Logan Gilbert in the second inning, turning on a 1-0 fastball and sending it 391 feet to left field for a two-run home run.
The blast was Ortiz’s seventh of the season and continued a strong recent stretch. Entering the game, he was hitting .344 over his previous 93 at-bats, with five home runs and 16 RBIs during that span.
Ortiz remained the central figure in Milwaukee’s comeback attempt. He added a sacrifice fly in the sixth inning, cutting Seattle’s lead to 7-3, and later delivered an eighth-inning single that scored Andrew Vaughn. That hit gave Ortiz four RBIs and brought the Brewers within three runs.
Milwaukee had an opportunity to make the eighth inning even more dangerous. The Brewers loaded the bases with nobody out, putting the tying run at the plate against Seranthony Domínguez. Luis Lara and Cooper Pratt then struck out, and Pratt hit into a double play that ended the most promising portion of the rally.
“We battled,” manager Pat Murphy said. “We have some youthful at-bats in there. We’re trying to make a comeback, that doesn’t help.”
Missed Chances Keep Milwaukee Short
The Brewers created additional opportunities but could not deliver the decisive hit. They left eight runners on base and finished 2 for 10 with runners in scoring position. Milwaukee also had runners on second and third with two outs in the seventh, but Christian Yelich struck out on three pitches.
Murphy specifically pointed to Pratt’s at-bats after the infielder returned from the injured list. The manager described Pratt and Lara as young players still learning how to handle difficult situations, noting that both are only 21 or 22 years old.
William Contreras also used both of Milwaukee’s automated ball-strike challenges in the first inning. With no challenges remaining, the Brewers had reached that point earlier than at any other time during the season. Murphy said Contreras had been effective with the system but appeared anxious while trying to help May settle in.
Brewers Bullpen Delivers a Critical Response
Although the starter struggled, Milwaukee’s relief corps gave the team a chance to complete the comeback. Grant Anderson, DL Hall, Bryse Wilson and Antonio Senzatela combined for seven consecutive scoreless innings.
The bullpen’s performance prevented Seattle from adding to its lead and allowed the Brewers’ offense to keep applying pressure. Still, the Mariners held on for a 7-5 victory, with Logan Gilbert’s early matchup against Ortiz becoming one of the game’s defining moments.
The loss also demonstrated how quickly baseball can change. Milwaukee had scored 22 runs the previous night, setting a franchise record and matching the largest shutout margin in major league history. On Wednesday, the Brewers were the team forced to chase a massive early deficit.
What Comes Next for Milwaukee?
The Brewers were scheduled to close the series Thursday afternoon. Robert Gasser was listed as Milwaukee’s probable starter, while Seattle planned to counter with George Kirby. The Brewers entered that matchup needing a sharper start and more productive at-bats with runners in scoring position.
For Logan Gilbert, the game offered a reminder that even after a historic loss, Seattle’s offense could quickly reset. For Milwaukee, Ortiz’s four-RBI performance and the bullpen’s scoreless work were encouraging, but the missed chances and May’s short outing remained costly in a five-run defeat.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score between the Brewers and Mariners?
The Seattle Mariners defeated the Milwaukee Brewers, 7-5, on Aug. 19, 2026, at American Family Field.
How did Logan Gilbert perform in the game?
Logan Gilbert allowed Joey Ortiz to hit a two-run home run in the second inning. The supplied game report did not include a complete individual pitching line for Gilbert.
How long did Dustin May pitch?
Dustin May pitched two innings and allowed seven runs before leaving the game after recording six outs.
Who led the Brewers in RBIs?
Joey Ortiz led Milwaukee with four RBIs. He hit a two-run homer, added a sacrifice fly and produced an eighth-inning RBI single.
What was the Brewers’ biggest offensive problem?
Milwaukee went 2 for 10 with runners in scoring position and left eight men on base, limiting the impact of its late rally.
