Jo Adell Shuts Out Mariners

Apr 4, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels right fielder Jo Adell (7) makes a catch against the Seattle Mariners during the first inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images | Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images Emerson Hancock gave up a home run to Zach Neto on the first batter he faced Saturday. It was the only run of the game.

The home run was the first hit Hancock allowed in 2026. He threw six no-hit innings with nine strikeouts last week against the Guardians in his season debut. He looked sharp in that outing, showing a lower arm slot and better “stuff” than he’d ever shown before.

That made Saturday’s start against the Angels a surprisingly anticipated event: Could he look good in twice in a row? The answer, as it turns out, was yes. Hancock pounded the zone with fastballs early and finished the day without a walk.

He always seemed to be ahead, even as he expanded the zone with each turn through the order. The Angels matched Hancock’s aggression with aggression of their own, swinging at about 60% of his pitches. But they couldn’t quite figure him out, whiffing 28% of the time and striking out five times.