Mariners, Tigers Battle in Thrilling ALDS Game 5 Showdown

SEATTLE, WA – The Seattle Mariners and Detroit Tigers are set for a winner-take-all Game 5 in the American League Division Series on Friday at 5:08 p.m. PT at T-Mobile Park. The game will be streamed live on the FOX ONE app.

The Mariners, who are looking to advance to the AL Championship Series, will send rookie Logan Gilbert to the mound against Detroit’s ace Tarik Skubal. Skubal, the presumptive AL Cy Young Award winner, has been dominant as the Tigers aim for victory after rallying from a 3-0 deficit in Game 4.

In Game 4, the Tigers scored nine unanswered runs to push the series to a decisive fifth game, putting pressure on both teams. Key players for the Mariners, such as Jorge Polanco and Josh Naylor, will likely play vital roles in the upcoming game.

Throughout the series, both teams have showcased their pitching prowess. Gilbert pitched admirably, overcoming a tough inning against the Tigers lineup while striking out multiple batters. Meanwhile, Skubal has struck out 10 Mariners in his previous appearances against them.

As the game moves into extra innings, both managers will need to navigate their bullpens carefully. Mariners closer Andrés Muñoz performed well before and is expected to see action again if the game remains close.

The Tigers are looking for timely hits from stars like Kerry Carpenter, who provided a major contribution with crucial runs in previous games. Both teams are prepared for a dramatic finish as they vie for a coveted spot in the ALCS against the Toronto Blue Jays.

As the Mariners and Tigers are currently tied 2-2, excitement is building for what promises to be a dramatic showdown. With both teams having proven their skills in tight situations, fans are eagerly anticipating the outcome of this high-stakes game.