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Mariners Edge Tigers in Thrilling 15-Inning ALDS Win

10/11/2025

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Mariners Win ALDS

The Seattle Mariners defeated the Detroit Tigers 3-2 in a 15-inning Game 5 of the American League Division Series (ALDS) to reach the American League Championship Series (ALCS), where they will face the Toronto Blue Jays.
Jorge Polanco's walk-off single scored J.P. Crawford, sealing the win before a raucous home crowd.
Tarik Skubal (Detroit Tigers pitcher) struck out 13 batters.
Seattle scored against Detroit's bullpen.

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Kershaw's Postseason Struggles

Clayton Kershaw allowed five runs in two innings during his postseason relief debut, contributing to the Los Angeles Dodgers' 8-2 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 3 of the National League Division Series (NLDS).
This performance may be Kershaw's last at Dodger Stadium, prompting teammates like Mookie Betts to highlight his Hall of Fame legacy.
The Dodgers maintain a 2-1 series lead and will face the winner of the Milwaukee Brewers-Chicago Cubs series, with Milwaukee leading 2-1 heading into Game 4.

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Brewers Face Cubs

The Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs will play Game 5 on October 11, 2025, after a 2-2 series.
The Brewers faltered in Games 3 and 4, including a 6-0 loss.
The Los Angeles Dodgers advanced to the NL Championship Series after defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1.
The victory was sealed by a dramatic walk-off error.
In the American League, Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners meet in Game 5 on October 10, 2025.

History

Historical Context

The Seattle Mariners, established in 1977 after the Seattle Pilots' brief tenure, struggled for years before achieving their first postseason appearance in 1995. That season, they finished with a 79-66 record, culminating in a dramatic ALDS victory over the New York Yankees. This success not only marked a turning point for the franchise but also spurred efforts for a new stadium, ensuring baseball's future in Seattle.

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Mariners Win ALDS

The Seattle Mariners defeated the Detroit Tigers 3-2 in a 15-inning Game 5 of the American League Division Series (ALDS) to reach the American League Championship Series (ALCS), where they will face the Toronto Blue Jays.
Jorge Polanco's walk-off single scored J.P. Crawford, sealing the win before a raucous home crowd.
Tarik Skubal (Detroit Tigers pitcher) struck out 13 batters.
Seattle scored against Detroit's bullpen.

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