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The Seattle Mariners defeated the New York Mets 3–2 on June 1 at T-Mobile Park in a low-scoring matchup where both offenses struggled at the plate. Seattle managed just 4 hits but made them count, belting 2 home runs and driving in all 3 runs while striking out 9 times; the Mets matched that home run total with 2 of their own but could only muster 2 hits and 2 RBIs, fanning 12 times in the process. The Mariners' pitching staff dominated, striking out 12 batters while allowing only 2 hits and 2 earned runs with a 3.43 ERA and committing no errors—a sharp defensive performance that held New York's anemic offense in check. Both teams posted similar OPS figures in the .600s, indicating neither lineup could establish consistent contact, though Seattle's .713 OPS edged New York's .649 despite similar hit totals. The difference ultimately came down to power production and pitching efficiency, as the Mariners' clean defense and strikeout-heavy approach proved decisive in a tight contest that could swing the division race if either team's bats remain sluggish.