Seattle Mariners Defeat Detroit Tigers in Historic Extra-Inning Thriller to Advance to First ALCS in 24 Years

Through a gripping extra-inning contest, the Mariners' infielder drove in the winning run with a single to right field, clinching a 3-2 victory for the home team over the visiting squad in the decisive game of the ALDS.

Key Moments in the Extended Matchup

Luis Castillo, delivering his first relief appearance in the big leagues, pitched over an inning to secure the victory, sending his team to the AL Championship Series for the initial occasion in over two decades.

Seattle will now compete against the Toronto for the championship in a showdown between franchise counterparts. Game 1 is set for the weekend in the Blue Jays' home.

Final Inning Breakthrough

• JP Crawford started the bottom of the last inning with a sharp hit to the outfield.
• Randy Arozarena was struck by a throw, putting players on first and second.
• After Cal Raleigh flied out, a fielding mistake by the outfielder allowed the runner to advance.
• Following an strategic base on balls, the batter connected on a 3-2 pitch to conclude the contest.

Key Runs and Defensive Performances

Kerry Carpenter provided all of Detroit's offense with a two-run homer in the sixth inning.

Seattle tied it at two runs apiece in the seventh on a substitute batter's RBI single.

Both teams posed a danger multiple times in overtime, with the Mariners hitting into twin killings in both the 12th and 13th.

Starting Pitchers Battle

The Tigers' ace and George Kirby engaged in a low-scoring battle in the early innings.

Skubal, a Cy Young Award contender, allowed one run on a couple of hits with zero bases on balls and 13 strikeouts over six innings. He set a playoff mark with seven consecutive strikeouts.

His sole allowed score occurred in the early going, when a two-base hit, stolen base, and deep out brought home a point for the home side.

The Mariners' pitcher opened with five scoreless innings before allowing a early hit in the sixth. After a pitching change, Carpenter went deep on a fastball to give the visitors the advantage.

Kirby lasted over five frames and was responsible for a single score on three hits with no walks and six strikeouts.

This victory signifies a significant achievement for the Mariners, who advance to battle for a spot in the championship after a long playoff drought.