Mariners Stun Blue Jays to Tie ALCS, Win One Game Away from First World Series in Franchise History
In a thrilling turn of events, the Seattle Mariners took control of the American League Championship Series by defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 6-2 on Friday. The Mariners' victory puts them just one win away from their first-ever World Series appearance in franchise history.
The game was tied at 2-2 when Cal Raleigh sparked a rally with a leadoff homer in the eighth inning, clearing the left field fence on a pitch from left-hander Brendon Little. Raleigh's solo shot gave the Mariners a 3-2 lead and set the stage for Eugenio Suárez to seal the deal.
Suárez, who opened the scoring with a solo shot in the second inning, delivered an eighth-inning grand slam that broke the tie and sent the crowd into raptures. The blast, which sailed into right field, marked Suárez's second home run of the game and gave the Mariners a commanding 6-2 lead.
The Blue Jays, meanwhile, were left to rue missed opportunities as George Springer was forced to leave the game after being hit by a pitch on the right knee in the seventh inning. The injury status of the Blue Jays' star player is currently unknown.
For the Mariners, the victory marked a significant moment in their season. A win in Game 6 at Toronto on Sunday would send Seattle to the World Series for the first time in franchise history. The team's pitching staff, led by starters Bryce Miller and Kevin Gausman, has been instrumental in the team's success so far, while hitters like Suárez and Raleigh have provided crucial power off the bench.
In the end, it was a combined effort that propelled the Mariners to victory. Closer Andres Munoz worked a 1-2-3 ninth inning in non-save situation, securing the win for the team. With one game left to play, the Mariners are poised to make history and bring the World Series title to the Pacific Northwest.
In a thrilling turn of events, the Seattle Mariners took control of the American League Championship Series by defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 6-2 on Friday. The Mariners' victory puts them just one win away from their first-ever World Series appearance in franchise history.
The game was tied at 2-2 when Cal Raleigh sparked a rally with a leadoff homer in the eighth inning, clearing the left field fence on a pitch from left-hander Brendon Little. Raleigh's solo shot gave the Mariners a 3-2 lead and set the stage for Eugenio Suárez to seal the deal.
Suárez, who opened the scoring with a solo shot in the second inning, delivered an eighth-inning grand slam that broke the tie and sent the crowd into raptures. The blast, which sailed into right field, marked Suárez's second home run of the game and gave the Mariners a commanding 6-2 lead.
The Blue Jays, meanwhile, were left to rue missed opportunities as George Springer was forced to leave the game after being hit by a pitch on the right knee in the seventh inning. The injury status of the Blue Jays' star player is currently unknown.
For the Mariners, the victory marked a significant moment in their season. A win in Game 6 at Toronto on Sunday would send Seattle to the World Series for the first time in franchise history. The team's pitching staff, led by starters Bryce Miller and Kevin Gausman, has been instrumental in the team's success so far, while hitters like Suárez and Raleigh have provided crucial power off the bench.
In the end, it was a combined effort that propelled the Mariners to victory. Closer Andres Munoz worked a 1-2-3 ninth inning in non-save situation, securing the win for the team. With one game left to play, the Mariners are poised to make history and bring the World Series title to the Pacific Northwest.
. They got their star player hurt and can't even get it together on the biggest stage. Meanwhile, the Mariners are just rolling with it, like they're not even trying to make the World Series 
. I mean, yeah, congrats to them on tying up the series, but we all know this is gonna be a letdown for Toronto fans. The Mariners' pitching staff has been decent, but can they even keep their cool in Game 6? I'm guessing no 
. And what's with George Springer getting hurt like that? Inconvenient timing if you ask me...
what's good fam! I'm literally hyped out right now 
the Mariners just took care of business against those Blue Jays! That Cal Raleigh homer in the 8th was 
and Eugenio Suárez' grand slam? Forget about it 
! They're so close to making history now! One win away from that World Series title, I'm literally feeling the vibes 
. Seattle's pitching staff has been on point all season, and those bench hits are what made this series turn around. Fingers crossed for Game 6, let's get this W 
Cal Raleigh's homer in the 8th was clutch and Eugenio Suárez's grand slam was insane 
Bryce Miller and Kevin Gausman leading the charge is a big part of this win. Now all they gotta do is close out Game 6 
and eugenio suarez's grand slam sealed the deal 
! I know it won't be easy, but i'm rooting hard for them to bring that world series title to seattle 
