Kevin McGonigle’s clutch hit lifts Tigers over Mariners 5-4

Kevin McGonigle’s two‑run single with two outs in the ninth inning lifted the Detroit Tigers to a 5-4 victory over the Seattle Mariners, snapping a late‑game slump. The hit came off All‑Star closer Andrés Muñoz, breaking a tight game in the bottom of the ninth.

Tigers had trailed 2-0 early but rallied in the later innings to level the score. The victory marks Detroit’s fifth win of the season, tightening their position in the AL standings.

Seattle’s defensive lapses were highlighted as a key factor in the loss. McGonigle’s poise under pressure earned praise from teammates and analysts alike.