Mariners Edge Tigers in Record-Breaking 15-Inning Thriller to Advance to First ALCS in 24 Years

During an intense extra-inning contest, the Mariners' infielder delivered the winning run with a single to the outfield, clinching a 3-2 victory for the home team over the Detroit Tigers in the decisive game of the American League Division Series.

Key Moments in the Extended Game

The Mariners pitcher, delivering his first relief appearance in the major leagues, pitched one and one-third innings to earn the victory, propelling his team to the AL Championship Series for the initial occasion in over two decades.

The Mariners will now compete against the Blue Jays for the pennant in a contest between 1977 expansion counterparts. The series opener is scheduled for Sunday in the Blue Jays' home.

15th Inning Breakthrough

• The leadoff hitter started the bottom of the last inning with a line-drive single to the outfield.
• Randy Arozarena was struck by a throw, putting runners on the bases.
• After a teammate flied out, a fielding mistake by the outfielder let Crawford to advance.
• Following an intentional walk, the batter singled on a full count to conclude the game.

Key Runs and Defensive Performances

A Tigers hitter accounted for all of the visitors' offense with a home run in the middle frames.

The Mariners tied it at two runs apiece in the later inning on a pinch hitter's RBI single.

Each squad threatened multiple times in extra innings, with the home team grounding into twin killings in both the later extra innings.

Starting Pitchers Duel

The Tigers' ace and George Kirby delivered a pitchers' duel in the early innings.

The left-hander, a Cy Young Award contender, gave up one run on a couple of hits with no walks and double-digit K's over multiple frames. He established a postseason record with back-to-back K's.

The only run came in the second inning, when a double, stolen base, and deep out scored a run for the home side.

Kirby opened with five scoreless innings before surrendering a early hit in the middle inning. After a bullpen move, the Tigers batter went deep on a fastball to give the visitors the advantage.

Kirby lasted over five frames and was charged with one run on three hits with zero free passes and several K's.

This victory signifies a major milestone for the Seattle franchise, who advance to compete for a place in the World Series after a extended postseason absence.