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During an intense extra-inning contest, Jorge Polanco delivered the decisive score with a single to the outfield, clinching a narrow win for the home team over the Detroit Tigers in the decisive game of the American League Division Series.

Key Moments in the Marathon Matchup

Luis Castillo, making his first relief appearance in the big leagues, threw over an inning to earn the victory, sending his team to the ALCS for the first time since 2001.

Seattle will now compete against the Blue Jays for the pennant in a contest between franchise counterparts. The series opener is set for Sunday in Toronto.

15th Inning Breakthrough

• The leadoff hitter started the bottom of the 15th with a sharp hit to right field.
• Another batter was hit by a pitch, placing players on the bases.
• After a teammate flied out, a throwing error by the outfielder let the runner to take third.
• Following an strategic base on balls, the batter connected on a full count to end the game.

Key Runs and Pitching Performances

Kerry Carpenter accounted for all of the visitors' offense with a home run in the middle frames.

The Mariners tied it at two runs apiece in the later inning on a substitute batter's run-scoring hit.

Each squad posed a danger repeatedly in overtime, with the Mariners hitting into twin killings in both the 12th and 13th.

Starting Pitchers Duel

The Tigers' ace and George Kirby delivered a low-scoring battle in the opening frames.

Skubal, a pitching honor favorite, allowed one run on two hits with zero bases on balls and double-digit K's over six innings. He set a postseason record with seven consecutive strikeouts.

The only run came in the early going, when a two-base hit, theft, and deep out brought home a run for the home side.

The Mariners' pitcher began with shutout frames 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 advantage.

The starter lasted over five frames and was charged with a single score on three hits with zero free passes and several K's.

This victory signifies a significant milestone for the Mariners, who advance to compete for a place in the championship after a long postseason absence.