Long live the King
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Long live the King

Felix Hernandez completes his final start ever in Seattle

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Long live the King
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King Felix has ended his career right where started. I have so much respect for this individual for his loyalty to the Seattle Mariners organization. During his prime, the Mariners were awful and he could've easily left the team to pursue a ring. I have been such a huge fan of you as you were the face of the Mariners for over a decade!

You were the first real dominant pitcher I grew up watching and I still remember your perfect game back in 2012 like it was yesterday. It's a shame that you never got to pitch in the postseason, but your career stats will for sure place you somewhere you haven't been to either; The Hall of Fame.

During your career, you won a Cy Young award, two ERA titles, six All-Star appearances, a perfect game, and of course a grand-slam off of Johan Santana in his prime. You were such a joy to watch and the city of Seattle will remember you as always being true to the blue. Last night was an emotional one, to say the least, as Felix got a standing ovation as he exited the game one last time. People all over were crying and cheering at the same time. Felix got teared up as he left the game.

Also, the crowd started cheering " Thank you Felix" which was such a cool moment to see everyone come together towards a game that didn't even mean anything to show their love and support of the king. The Mariners have been out of playoff contention for months now but I have seen the stands filled up like that since the team started out the season super hot and in contention. The Mariners pitching staff will not look the same without having Felix leading the way. You will be missed and you will head to Cooperstown in no time.

Long live the king!

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