Mariners Outlast Tigers in Historic 15-Inning Thriller to Advance to First ALCS in 24 Years

During an intense extra-inning clash, the Mariners' infielder delivered the winning run with a base hit to right field, clinching a narrow win for the Seattle Mariners over the Detroit Tigers 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 earn the win, sending his team to the ALCS for the first time since 2001.

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

15th Inning Game-Winning Sequence

• JP Crawford started the bottom of the 15th with a line-drive single to the outfield.
• Another batter was hit by a pitch, putting runners on first and second.
• After a teammate 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 game.

Key Runs and Defensive Performances

A Tigers hitter accounted for all of Detroit's scoring with a two-run homer in the middle frames.

The Mariners evened the score at 2-2 in the later inning on a pinch hitter's run-scoring hit.

Each squad threatened repeatedly in overtime, with the home team hitting into twin killings in both the later extra innings.

Opening Hurlers Battle

The Tigers' ace and George Kirby delivered a pitchers' duel in the opening frames.

The left-hander, a Cy Young Award favorite, allowed a single score on a couple of hits with zero bases on balls and double-digit K's over six innings. He set a postseason record with back-to-back K's.

His sole allowed score came in the early going, when a double, theft, and deep out brought home a run for the Mariners.

The Mariners' pitcher began with shutout frames before allowing a early hit in the sixth. After a bullpen move, Carpenter homered on a pitch to hand Detroit the advantage.

The starter lasted five-plus innings and was charged with one run on three hits with no walks and six strikeouts.

The win signifies a major milestone for the Mariners, who move forward to battle for a place in the World Series after a extended postseason absence.