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Springer's Clutch Homer Sinks Mariners in ALCS Game 7
21 Oct
Summary
- Cal Raleigh's home run gave Seattle a 3-1 lead in ALCS Game 7
- Mariners brought in reliever Eduard Bazardo to face George Springer
- Springer launched a 3-run homer to give Toronto a 4-3 lead
On October 21, 2025, the Seattle Mariners were just one win away from reaching the World Series, holding a 3-1 lead over the Toronto Blue Jays in the decisive Game 7 of the American League Championship Series. In the top of the 5th inning, Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh had hit a home run to give Seattle the advantage.
However, the Mariners' lead was short-lived. In the 7th inning, with starter George Kirby having completed 4 strong innings, Seattle manager Dan Wilson opted to go to the bullpen, bringing in Bryan Woo. Woo pitched two scoreless frames, but ran into trouble in the 7th, allowing two runners to reach base.
Rather than let Woo face the dangerous George Springer, Wilson decided to bring in reliever Eduard Bazardo. This move immediately backfired, as Springer launched a 3-run homer to give Toronto a 4-3 lead. It was a crushing blow for the Mariners, who were unable to mount a comeback and ultimately saw their season end in heartbreak.
