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During an intense 15-inning contest, the Mariners' infielder delivered the winning run with a base hit to right field, sealing a 3-2 victory for the Seattle Mariners over the Detroit Tigers in Game 5 of the ALDS.

Decisive Plays in the Extended Game

Luis Castillo, making his first relief appearance in the big leagues, pitched one and one-third innings to secure 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 contest between 1977 expansion brethren. The series opener is set for Sunday in the Blue Jays' home.

15th Inning Game-Winning Sequence

• JP Crawford initiated the bottom of the 15th with a sharp hit to the outfield.
• Another batter was struck by a throw, placing runners on the bases.
• After Cal Raleigh flied out, a throwing error by the outfielder let the runner to advance.
• Following an strategic base on balls, the batter connected on a full count to end the contest.

Scoring Highlights and Pitching Efforts

A Tigers hitter provided all of the visitors' offense with a two-run homer in the sixth inning.

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

Each squad threatened repeatedly in extra innings, with the Mariners hitting into inning-ending double plays in both the 12th and 13th.

Starting Pitchers Duel

The Tigers' ace and George Kirby engaged in a low-scoring battle in the early innings.

Skubal, a pitching honor favorite, gave up a single score on two hits with zero bases on balls and 13 strikeouts over six innings. He set a playoff mark with seven consecutive strikeouts.

His sole allowed score came in the second inning, when a two-base hit, stolen base, and sacrifice fly scored a point for the home side.

The Mariners' pitcher opened with five scoreless innings before surrendering a early hit in the sixth. After a bullpen move, Carpenter went deep on a pitch to hand the visitors the advantage.

Kirby went over five frames and was charged with a single score on a few hits with no walks and six strikeouts.

This victory marks a major milestone for the Seattle franchise, who advance to battle for a spot in the championship after a extended playoff drought.