Light-hitting Mariners taking advantage of Astros' shaky pitching

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Every year, generally come playoff time, the question is asked: Does good pitching beat good hitting?

The current series between the Houston Astros and host Seattle Mariners poses a different query: Does bad hitting beat bad pitching?

The answer, thus far, is yes.

The Mariners, who entered the four-game series that concludes Monday with the worst offense