Mariners Rally to Victory with Haniger's Walk-Off Double
- Mitch Haniger delivered a dramatic performance with a game-ending three-run double.
- The Seattle Mariners managed to rally and triumph over the Detroit Tigers with a final score of 4-3.
- This victory highlights Haniger's vital role in the team's success.
SEATTLE (AP) — In a thrilling finish, the Seattle Mariners overcame a 3-0 deficit to defeat the Detroit Tigers 4-3 on Thursday night, thanks to Mitch Haniger's game-ending three-run double. The Mariners found themselves trailing until Luke Raley's sixth-inning homer ignited their offense. Raley's single in the ninth set the stage for a dramatic comeback, as Seattle capitalized on a series of hits and walks to load the bases. With two outs in the ninth, Haniger delivered a crucial fly ball that slipped past Tigers right fielder Ryan Vilade, allowing all three runners to score and securing his franchise-leading eighth walk-off hit. This victory not only marked a significant moment for Haniger but also allowed the Mariners to tie with the Houston Astros for the top spot in the AL West, as the division leaders were off that night. The game saw a strong performance from Tigers' outfielder Austin Meadows, who contributed to Detroit's early lead with an RBI double in the fifth inning. Meadows had a standout series, hitting a home run and making a key defensive play in the previous game. Meanwhile, the Tigers' pitching staff faced challenges, with reliever Will Vest unable to hold the lead in the final inning. In roster news, the Mariners activated outfielder Dominic Canzone from the injured list and recalled right-hander Eduard Bazardo, while the Tigers prepared for their upcoming series against the San Francisco Giants without announcing a starting pitcher.