ST. PETERSBURG -- James Paxton didn't have his no-hit stuff Sunday, but even a less-than-perfect Paxton is pretty impressive, as the big lefty struck out 10 over seven innings in a 5-4 victory over the Rays at Tropicana Field on Sunday afternoon.
The Mariners' offense supported Paxton with a trio of home runs -- including a go-ahead two-run shot by Kyle Seager in the seventh -- as Seattle now heads home holding onto first place in the American League West at 41-24 after completing a 4-2 road trip.
The Mariners have won 17 of their past 22 games and continue surviving on the edge.