Since then, the law has responded. First, with two strong beginnings for Triple-A Tacoma-9.2 IP, 9 H, 4 ER, 2 BB, 12 SO, and now two quality outputs in the Major Leagues, where it is combined for 11 inputs, 10 hits, four-gains races, two walks and 11 blows. One of them arrived in game 2 of the series in Boston when Hancock struck out seven around six strong entries in Fenway Park.
It is worth noting that Hancock was solid last season in a backward role, first instead of Bryan Woo Until the first week of May, then to close the season for the injured Luis Castillo. He passed five entries or more at 9 or his 12 openings, was six or more in four of them and allowed three races or less in 10.
The beginning against the tigers is the atypical value, but can Hancock be more than a single start number 4/5?
Seattle Mariners fans have been waiting patiently for Emerson Hancock to make his mark in the big leagues—and it looks like 2025 might be the turning point. After an up-and-down introduction to MLB, Hancock has quietly been leveling up. But how much better is he, really?
One of the most noticeable developments is his improved control. In 2024, Hancock averaged 3.7 BB/9, but in 2025, he’s trimmed that down to 2.4 BB/9. The difference? A more consistent release point and increased confidence in his secondary pitches, especially his slider.
