SEATTLE (AP) — In the postseason for the second time since 2001, the Seattle Mariners are turning to a starting pitcher with a little playoff experience for Saturday's AL Division Series opener against the Detroit Tigers.

George Kirby, who started the 18-inning, 1-0 loss to Houston that ended the Mariners' last playoff appearance in 2022, will be on the mound opposed by Troy Melton, a 24-year-old right-hander with 16 games of major league experience.

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