Kansas City had 4 runs cross the plate in the top of the 3rd inning when they had 3 base hits. The key offensive moment was provided by Jorge Orta who deflated the spirits of the home town crowd when he ripped a base-knock which was good for two runs. Seattle threatened in the 9th but their rally came up short.
The victory went to Charlie Leibrandt(17-9) who went 8 innings, allowing 4 runs. Matt Young(17-13) took the loss. He pitched 7 innings and surrendered 8 hits and 4 walks.