Mariners starting pitcher J.A. Happ pitches into seven inning for win

Mariners starting pitcher J.A. Happ (2-1) allowed one run on six hits and struck out nine in 6 2/3 innings to beat the Rangers on Tuesday.

Happ walked one batter in the game and has now issued just three free passes in 27 1/3 innings this season.

"He kept them off balance all night, really commanded his fastball and curveball," Mariners manager Lloyd McClendon said. "His velocity last year was right up there with all the top hard-throwing lefties. I don't think he had his best velocity fastball tonight, but certainly had real good command."

Happ's next scheduled start is set for Sunday in Houston.