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In a dramatic 15-inning contest, Jorge Polanco drove in the winning run with a base hit to right field, clinching a 3-2 win for the home team over the visiting squad in the decisive game of the ALDS.

Decisive Plays in the Extended Game

Luis Castillo, delivering his initial bullpen outing in the major leagues, threw over an inning to earn the victory, propelling his team to the AL Championship Series for the first time in over two decades.

Seattle will now face the Toronto for the pennant in a contest between franchise counterparts. The series opener is set for the weekend in the Blue Jays' home.

Final Inning Game-Winning Sequence

• JP Crawford initiated the bottom of the 15th with a sharp hit to right field.
• Randy Arozarena was struck by a throw, placing runners on first and second.
• After Cal Raleigh flied out, a fielding mistake by the outfielder let Crawford to advance.
• Following an strategic base on balls, Polanco connected on a full count to end the game.

Key Runs and Pitching Performances

Kerry Carpenter provided all of Detroit's scoring with a home run in the sixth inning.

Seattle tied it at two runs apiece in the later inning on a pinch hitter's RBI single.

Each squad posed a danger multiple times in overtime, with the home team hitting into twin killings in both the later extra innings.

Starting Pitchers Duel

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

The left-hander, a Cy Young Award favorite, gave up one run on a couple of hits with no walks and double-digit K's over six innings. He set a playoff mark with seven consecutive strikeouts.

The only run occurred in the second inning, when a two-base hit, stolen base, and sacrifice fly scored a point for the Mariners.

The Mariners' pitcher began with shutout frames before surrendering a early hit in the middle inning. After a bullpen move, Carpenter homered on a pitch to give the visitors the lead.

Kirby lasted over five frames and was responsible for one run on three hits with no walks and six strikeouts.

The win signifies a significant achievement for the Seattle franchise, who advance to compete for a spot in the championship after a extended postseason absence.