Kirby has been a beloved character in the gaming world for decades - but many fans don't know the touching reason he was given his name by the team at Nintendo

Seattle Mariners manager Dan Wilson announced on Wednesday that right-hander George Kirby (shoulder) will come off the 15-day injured list and make his 2025 season debut on Thursday in Houston against the Astros.

Seattle’s star-studded rotation lost George Kirby and Logan Gilbert to injury in the early stages of spring, but a major piece of the puzzle returns when the Mariners commence an all-important, four-game series Thursday with their archrivals.

Is Kirby Smart nearing a crossroads in his coaching career? CFB analyst Rusty Mansell suggests Georgia’s head coach may soon decide between adapting to college football’s growing chaos or making a leap to the NFL.

The Houston Astros and Seattle Mariners kick off a rare four-game series on Thursday, with the Astros facing a tough test in the opener since they are set to go