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Through a gripping 15-inning clash, the Mariners' infielder delivered the winning run with a base hit to the outfield, clinching a narrow victory for the home team over the visiting squad in the decisive game of the ALDS.

Decisive Plays in the Marathon Game

The Mariners pitcher, delivering his first relief appearance in the major leagues, pitched over an inning to secure the victory, propelling his team to the AL Championship Series for the first time in over two decades.

The Mariners will now compete against the Toronto for the pennant in a contest between franchise brethren. The series opener is scheduled for the weekend in the Blue Jays' home.

15th Inning Breakthrough

• The leadoff hitter initiated the bottom of the 15th with a sharp hit to right field.
• Randy Arozarena was struck by a throw, putting runners on first and second.
• After a teammate made an out, a throwing error by the center fielder let the runner to advance.
• Following an intentional walk, the batter connected on a full count to end the game.

Key Runs and Pitching Efforts

A Tigers hitter provided all of Detroit's scoring with a home run in the sixth inning.

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

Each squad threatened repeatedly in extra innings, with the home team hitting into twin killings in both the 12th and 13th.

Starting Pitchers Battle

Tarik Skubal and the Mariners' starter delivered a low-scoring battle in the opening frames.

The left-hander, a pitching honor favorite, gave up one run on a couple of hits with zero bases on balls and double-digit K's over multiple frames. He set a postseason record with back-to-back K's.

The only run occurred in the early going, when a double, theft, and sacrifice fly brought home a run for the Mariners.

The Mariners' pitcher began with five scoreless innings before surrendering a early hit in the sixth. After a bullpen move, the Tigers batter homered on a fastball to hand Detroit the lead.

Kirby lasted five-plus innings and was responsible for one run on three hits with no walks and six strikeouts.

This victory signifies a significant achievement for the Mariners, who move forward to compete for a spot in the World Series after a long postseason absence.