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In a dramatic extra-inning battle, the Mariners' infielder delivered the winning run with a base hit to right field, sealing a narrow win for the home team over the Detroit Tigers in the decisive game of the ALDS.

Key Moments in the Marathon Matchup

The Mariners pitcher, delivering his first relief appearance in the big leagues, threw one and one-third innings to earn the victory, sending his team to the ALCS for the first time in over two decades.

The Mariners will now face the Blue Jays for the championship in a contest between franchise counterparts. Game 1 is scheduled for Sunday in Toronto.

Final Inning Breakthrough

• The leadoff hitter started the bottom of the last inning with a sharp hit to right field.
• Another batter was hit by a pitch, putting players on first and second.
• After Cal Raleigh made an out, a throwing error by the outfielder allowed Crawford to advance.
• Following an intentional walk, the batter singled on a full count to end the game.

Scoring Highlights and Pitching Efforts

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

Seattle evened the score at two runs apiece in the later inning on a pinch hitter's RBI single.

Each squad threatened repeatedly in overtime, with the home team grounding into twin killings in both the 12th and 13th.

Opening Hurlers Battle

Tarik Skubal and George Kirby delivered a pitchers' duel in the opening frames.

Skubal, a Cy Young Award favorite, gave up a single score on a couple of hits with zero bases on balls and double-digit K's over multiple frames. He set a postseason record with seven consecutive strikeouts.

The only run occurred in the early going, when a double, stolen base, and deep out scored a point for the Mariners.

Kirby began with shutout frames before allowing a lead-off double in the sixth. After a pitching change, Carpenter homered on a fastball to give Detroit the advantage.

Kirby lasted over five frames and was responsible for a single score on three hits with zero free passes and six strikeouts.

The win signifies a significant milestone for the Mariners, who advance to compete for a spot in the World Series after a extended postseason absence.