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The Minnesota Twins dominated the Seattle Mariners 11–4 on April 27 at Target Field, with the home team's offense breaking through despite a modest .231 batting average. Minnesota generated 12 hits and 2 home runs while driving in 11 runs, exploiting Seattle's pitching that allowed 12 hits and 11 earned runs with a 3.78 ERA. The Mariners managed just 5 hits and 1 home run in the loss, striking out 7 times against Twins pitchers who also fanned 7. Both offenses drew 7 walks, but the Twins' power advantage and run production proved decisive; Seattle's pitching staff issued 7 walks while surrendering the bulk of Minnesota's scoring. The Twins committed no errors in a clean defensive performance that complemented their offensive outburst. This victory demonstrates Minnesota's ability to win despite modest efficiency metrics, suggesting depth in their lineup that could sustain performance through the season.