Mariners Advance to ALDS After Historic Postseason Victory Over Tigers
Seattle, WA – In a game for the ages, the Seattle Mariners defeated the Detroit Tigers 1-0 on Saturday, securing their place in the American League Division Series.The contest, lasting a grueling 18 innings, marked the longest winner-take-all game in Major League Baseball history. A clutch single by Jorge Polanco in the bottom of the 18th drove in the game’s only run, sending the Mariners to the next round of the playoffs.
This dramatic victory concludes a captivating Wild Card Series and propels the Mariners deeper into the postseason,a feat they haven’t accomplished consistently in over two decades. The win ignites hope for seattle fans,who have long awaited a deep playoff run,and sets the stage for a challenging ALDS matchup against a yet-to-be-persistent opponent. The Tigers, despite a valiant effort, see their season end in heartbreaking fashion after a dominant pitching performance was ultimately undone in the late innings.
The scoreless deadlock persisted through 17 innings thanks to stellar pitching from both sides. Detroit’s starter, Tarik skubal, and Seattle’s Luis Castillo both delivered masterful performances, keeping opposing offenses at bay. A combined 17 pitchers were used throughout the marathon game, showcasing the depth and resilience of both teams.
The decisive moment arrived in the bottom of the 18th when Polanco, batting with two outs and a runner on second, connected for a line drive single to center field. J.P. Crawford scored from second,sparking a jubilant festivity at T-Mobile Park. The game concluded after 5 hours and 7 minutes, etching it’s place in baseball lore.
