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In a dramatic extra-inning clash, the Mariners' infielder delivered the winning run with a base hit to right field, clinching a 3-2 win for the home team over the Detroit Tigers in Game 5 of the American League Division Series.

Decisive Plays in the Marathon Game

Luis Castillo, delivering his first relief appearance in the major leagues, pitched over an inning to earn the victory, propelling his team to the ALCS for the first time in over two decades.

Seattle will now compete against the Blue Jays for the pennant in a contest between 1977 expansion brethren. The series opener is scheduled for the weekend in the Blue Jays' home.

Final Inning Game-Winning Sequence

• JP Crawford initiated the final half of the last inning with a line-drive single to the outfield.
• Randy Arozarena was struck by a throw, putting players on the bases.
• After Cal Raleigh flied out, a throwing error by the outfielder let Crawford to advance.
• Following an strategic base on balls, the batter connected on a full count to end the game.

Key Runs and Pitching Performances

A Tigers hitter provided all of the visitors' offense with a home run in the middle frames.

The Mariners 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 extra innings, with the home team grounding 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.

Skubal, a pitching honor favorite, gave up one run on a couple of hits with zero bases on balls and double-digit K's over six innings. He set a postseason record with seven consecutive strikeouts.

His sole allowed score occurred in the early going, when a two-base hit, theft, and deep out brought home a run for the Mariners.

Kirby began with shutout frames before allowing a early hit in the middle inning. After a bullpen move, Carpenter went deep on a fastball to give Detroit the advantage.

The starter lasted five-plus innings and was responsible for one run on three hits with zero free passes and several K's.

This victory marks a significant achievement for the Seattle franchise, who advance to battle for a place in the championship after a extended postseason absence.