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Mariners pitchers threw an impressive 18 strikeouts in their 8-7 victory over the Oakland Athletics, pulling within 4 1/2 games in the American League’s Wild Card race. James Paxton came off the 10-day disabled list and allowed just two hits while collecting 10 strikeouts. Closer Edwin Diaz collected four strikeouts while earning his 51st save of the season. Also contributing strikeouts were relievers Alex Colome, Nick Vincent, and Chasen Bradford.