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Mariners Set ALDS Rotation: George Kirby for Game 1, Luis Castillo for Game 2

Seattle enters the series rested after a 90-72 division title.

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Sep 26, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners pitcher George Kirby (68) flips the ball after giving up a home run to Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Enrique Hernández (not pictured) during the third inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: John Froschauer-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Kirby starts Saturday, Oct. 4 at T-Mobile Park, with Castillo scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 5.
  • Detroit named Tarik Skubal as its Game 1 starter after a 14-strikeout performance in the Wild Card round.
  • The Tigers reached the ALDS by defeating the Guardians in the Wild Card series.
  • Kirby posted a 4.21 ERA with 137 strikeouts this season, while Castillo finished with a 3.54 ERA and owns a 1.83 career postseason ERA.
  • Game 3 is set for Tuesday, Oct. 7 at Comerica Park, and subsequent starting pitchers have not been announced.