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Mariners and Tigers Clash in Decisive Game 5 for ALCS Spot
10 Oct
Summary
- Tigers and Mariners fight for ALCS berth
- Series tied 2-2 after 4 games
- Winner to face Toronto Blue Jays

The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to the American League Division Series, as the Seattle Mariners and Detroit Tigers prepare to battle it out in a decisive Game 5. The series is tied 2-2 after the Tigers mounted a comeback to win Game 4 by a score of 9-3.
The Mariners had taken control of the series by winning Games 2 and 3, but the resilient Tigers refused to go down without a fight. Now, the two teams will square off one last time, with the winner earning the right to face the Toronto Blue Jays in the American League Championship Series.
The Mariners are seeking their first ALCS appearance since 2000 and 2001, when they lost the series in consecutive years. Meanwhile, the Tigers are aiming to reach the ALCS for the first time since 2013. Both teams will be leaving it all on the field as they vie for a spot in the next round of the playoffs.