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The Seattle Mariners edged the Chicago White Sox 5–4 on May 20 at T-Mobile Park in a low-scoring affair that showcased defensive discipline over offensive firepower. Seattle's pitching staff struck out 11 batters while allowing just 7 hits and 3 earned runs, posting a 3.64 ERA despite surrendering 4 walks. The Mariners' bats were anemic—recording only 7 hits with a .226 average and .694 OPS—but capitalized on their two home runs to drive in 5 runs, the difference-maker in a one-run decision. Chicago outhit Seattle 11–7 and posted a marginally better .728 OPS, yet their pitching faltered, allowing 5 earned runs across 4 walks and matching the Mariners' strikeout total at 7. Both teams struck out 11 times, underscoring the prevalence of swing-and-miss baseball. Seattle's one defensive error proved inconsequential in the final tally. The result marks a pitching-dominated contest where the Mariners' superior mound work and timely power proved decisive despite their offensive struggles, suggesting Seattle's rotation may anchor their division hopes despite inconsistent run production.