Mariners Level ALDS Series with Polanco Two-Homer Game

In Game 2 of the 2025 American League Division Series, Jorge Polanco was the standout player for the Seattle Mariners, hitting two solo home runs off Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, helping Seattle tie the series 1-1. Polanco's timely homers in the fourth and sixth innings set the tone for a 3-2 Mariners victory, with Julio Rodriguez adding a go-ahead double in the eighth inning. Despite Skubal's strong seven-inning performance, allowing only two runs and striking out nine, Polanco capitalized on rare mistakes by the soon-to-be two-time Cy Young winner. The Mariners, facing elimination after losing Game 1, leveraged Polanco's clutch hitting and the offensive contributions of Cal Raleigh and Julio Rodriguez to gain momentum heading into Game 3 in Detroit. This win marked the Mariners' first home series victory since 2001 and highlighted the team's depth and resilience against a formidable Tigers pitching staff. Both teams now prepare for a decisive Game 3, with Seattle optimistic about their chances given their recent offensive spark and pitching depth.