Mariners' Jorge Polanco Becomes Postseason Hero with Clutch Hits

As the Seattle Mariners inch closer to their first-ever World Series appearance, second baseman Jorge Polanco has emerged as a postseason hero for the franchise. On October 14th, 2025, Polanco crushed a go-ahead 3-run homer in the 5th inning of ALCS Game 2, lifting the Mariners to a 10-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays.

Polanco's heroics in the playoffs have been nothing short of remarkable. In the last 3 games, he has recorded 3 straight game-winning RBIs, joining elite company with Kansas City's Eric Hosmer and Detroit's Delmon Young as the only players to accomplish that feat since 1974. Polanco's clutch hits have come in the 5th inning or later, showcasing his ability to deliver in high-pressure situations.

The Mariners, a franchise that has never played in the World Series, now find themselves just 2 wins away from the Fall Classic, thanks in large part to the postseason exploits of their 32-year-old second baseman. Polanco's performance has been nothing short of historic, and if the Mariners can complete their run to the championship, he may very well be on his way to statue territory outside T-Mobile Park.