Update: Why Mariners’ Matt Brash left game after just 2 pitches

Seattle Mariners right-handed relief pitcher Matt Brash left his appearance Wednesday against the Minnesota Twins after just two pitches.

More: Mariners’ Matt Brash details side issue, doesn’t think it’s serious

Mariners insider Shannon Drayer reported after the game that Brash felt discomfort in his side and will be checked out during the team’s day off Thursday, manager Dan Wilson said.

Brash “had a little something with his side,” according to Dan Wilson. They will get it checked out tomorrow.

— Shannon Drayer (@shannondrayer) April 29, 2026

Brash seemed to experience tightness in his right shoulder area after his first pitch, then noticeably grimaced after letting his second pitch loose, which came up well short of the plate.

Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh quickly came out to the mound to talk to Brash after the second pitch, and manager Dan Wilson and a trainer soon joined them.

After a conversation with Wilson, Brash eventually left for the dugout, ending his day. Left-handed Gabe Speier took Brash’s place on the mound.

The 27-year-old Brash was pitching for the second day in a row and fourth time in six days.

Brash has yet to allow a run this season in 13 appearances. He has a 0.44 WHIP, four holds and eight strikeouts to two walks over 11 1/3 innings. In 2025, he had a 2.47 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, 21 holds, four saves and 58 strikeouts to 18 walks over 53 games (47 1/3 innings).

Brash missed the 2024 season while recovering from surgery to repair a torn UCL in his right elbow.

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