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In a dramatic 15-inning clash, Jorge Polanco delivered the decisive score with a single to the outfield, sealing a 3-2 win for the Seattle Mariners over the visiting squad in Game 5 of the American League Division Series.

Decisive Plays in the Marathon Game

The Mariners pitcher, delivering his initial bullpen outing in the major leagues, threw over an inning to secure the victory, propelling his team to the ALCS for the initial occasion since 2001.

Seattle will now face the Toronto for the pennant in a contest between 1977 expansion counterparts. Game 1 is scheduled for the weekend in Toronto.

15th Inning Breakthrough

• JP Crawford initiated the bottom of the last inning with a line-drive single to right field.
• Another batter was struck by a throw, putting players on first and second.
• After a teammate flied out, a throwing error by the center fielder let Crawford to advance.
• Following an strategic base on balls, the batter connected on a 3-2 pitch to conclude the game.

Key Runs and Pitching Performances

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

Seattle evened the score at two runs apiece in the seventh on a pinch hitter's run-scoring hit.

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

Opening Hurlers Battle

Tarik Skubal and the Mariners' starter delivered a low-scoring battle in the opening frames.

The left-hander, a pitching honor favorite, allowed one run on two hits with no walks and 13 strikeouts over six innings. He set a postseason record with seven consecutive strikeouts.

The only run occurred in the second inning, when a two-base hit, theft, and deep out brought home a point 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 pitch to hand Detroit the lead.

Kirby lasted over five frames and was charged with one run on a few hits with no walks and several K's.

This victory marks a significant milestone for the Seattle franchise, who advance to compete for a place in the World Series after a extended playoff drought.