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In a dramatic 15-inning contest, the Mariners' infielder delivered the decisive score with a single to right field, sealing a narrow win for the Seattle Mariners over the visiting squad in the decisive game of the ALDS.

Key Moments in the Marathon Matchup

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

Seattle will now compete against the Toronto for the championship in a showdown between 1977 expansion counterparts. The series opener is set for the weekend in Toronto.

15th Inning Breakthrough

• JP Crawford started the final half of the last inning with a sharp hit to the outfield.
• Another batter was hit by a pitch, placing players on first and second.
• After a teammate flied out, a throwing error by the outfielder allowed Crawford to take third.
• Following an intentional walk, the batter connected on a full count to conclude the game.

Scoring Highlights and Defensive Efforts

Kerry Carpenter provided all of Detroit's offense with a home run in the middle frames.

The Mariners evened the score at 2-2 in the later inning on a substitute batter's RBI single.

Each squad threatened multiple times in overtime, with the Mariners grounding into twin killings in both the 12th and 13th.

Starting Pitchers Duel

Tarik Skubal and George Kirby engaged in a low-scoring battle in the opening frames.

Skubal, a pitching honor favorite, gave up one run on a couple of hits with zero bases on balls and 13 strikeouts over multiple frames. He set a postseason record with seven consecutive strikeouts.

The only run occurred in the second inning, when a two-base hit, stolen base, and deep out brought home a run for the Mariners.

Kirby opened with five scoreless innings before surrendering a lead-off double in the middle inning. After a bullpen move, the Tigers batter homered on a fastball to hand the visitors the lead.

The starter went five-plus innings and was charged with a single score on a few hits with zero free passes and six strikeouts.

This victory signifies a major achievement for the Mariners, who move forward to battle for a place in the World Series after a extended postseason absence.