M's ace Hernandez wins AL pitcher of the month

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Story Published: Oct 6, 2009 at 12:26 PM MST

Story Updated: Oct 6, 2009 at 12:26 PM MST

By Associated Press

SEATTLE (AP) - Mariners ace Felix Hernandez has been named the American League pitcher of the month after going a perfect 6-0 in September.

In seven starts, Hernandez had a 1.52 ERA and 38 strikeouts in 53 1-3 innings pitched.

In addition to Tuesday's award, he's one of the top candidates for the AL Cy Young Award. He finished 2009 with a 19-5 record and a 2.49 ERA.

The 19 wins ties for first in the AL and his ERA is second-best behind Kansas City's Zack Greinke.

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