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

Decisive Plays in the Marathon Game

Luis Castillo, making his initial bullpen outing in the major leagues, pitched one and one-third innings to secure the win, propelling his team to the AL Championship Series for the initial occasion since 2001.

The Mariners will now compete against the Toronto for the pennant in a contest between 1977 expansion brethren. The series opener is set for Sunday in Toronto.

15th Inning Game-Winning Sequence

• The leadoff hitter started the final half of the last inning with a sharp hit to right field.
• Another batter was hit by a pitch, placing players on first and second.
• After a teammate made an out, a fielding mistake by the outfielder allowed Crawford to take third.
• Following an intentional walk, the batter connected on a 3-2 pitch to conclude the contest.

Scoring Highlights and Pitching Performances

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

The Mariners tied it at 2-2 in the later inning on a pinch hitter's RBI single.

Both teams posed a danger repeatedly in extra innings, with the Mariners hitting into twin killings in both the 12th and 13th.

Starting Pitchers Duel

Tarik Skubal and the Mariners' starter delivered a pitchers' duel in the opening frames.

The left-hander, a pitching honor contender, allowed 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 came in the second inning, when a double, theft, and sacrifice fly scored a point for the home side.

The Mariners' pitcher began with shutout frames before allowing a early hit in the sixth. After a bullpen move, Carpenter homered on a fastball to hand Detroit the advantage.

Kirby lasted over five frames and was charged with a single score on three hits with no walks and several K's.

The win marks a significant milestone for the Mariners, who move forward to battle for a place in the championship after a long playoff drought.