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In a dramatic 15-inning clash, the Mariners' infielder delivered the decisive score with a single to the outfield, clinching a 3-2 victory for the Seattle Mariners over the visiting squad in the decisive game of the ALDS.

Decisive Plays in the Marathon Game

The Mariners pitcher, delivering his initial bullpen outing in the major leagues, pitched one and one-third innings to earn the victory, propelling his team to the AL Championship Series for the initial occasion since 2001.

The Mariners will now compete against the Blue Jays for the championship in a showdown between franchise counterparts. Game 1 is scheduled for the weekend in Toronto.

Final Inning Breakthrough

• JP Crawford initiated the bottom of the 15th with a sharp hit to right field.
• Randy Arozarena was hit by a pitch, placing players on the bases.
• After Cal Raleigh flied out, a throwing error by the center fielder let the runner to take third.
• Following an intentional walk, Polanco connected on a full count to end the contest.

Key Runs and Defensive Performances

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

The Mariners tied it at 2-2 in the later inning on a substitute batter's run-scoring hit.

Both teams threatened repeatedly in extra innings, with the home team grounding into inning-ending double plays in both the later extra innings.

Opening Hurlers Battle

Tarik Skubal and George Kirby delivered a low-scoring battle in the early innings.

The left-hander, a Cy Young Award contender, gave up a single score on a couple of hits with zero bases on balls and 13 strikeouts over six innings. He set a playoff mark with seven consecutive strikeouts.

The only run came in the second inning, when a double, stolen base, and sacrifice fly brought home a point for the Mariners.

The Mariners' pitcher began with five scoreless innings before surrendering a early hit in the sixth. After a bullpen move, Carpenter went deep on a fastball to give Detroit the lead.

Kirby went five-plus innings and was responsible for a single score on a few hits with no walks and six strikeouts.

This victory signifies a significant milestone for the Seattle franchise, who advance to battle for a spot in the World Series after a extended playoff drought.