The Detroit Tigers saw their 2025 season end in heartbreak, falling 3-2 to the Seattle Mariners in a record-breaking 15-inning Game 5 of the ALDS at T-Mobile Park. The defeat extended the club's 41-year World Series drought and brought a mix of pain and pride across the clubhouse. Few captured that dual emotion better than first baseman Spencer Torkelson , who reflected on the loss with honesty and grace.

MLB Network’s Jon Morosi spoke with Torkelson after the game inside a quiet Detroit locker room. The first baseman shared his emotions about the grueling marathon that ended the team’s season.

“Heartbreaking ending,” he said. “But an unbelievable baseball game to be part of.”

The 26-year-old first baseman’s quote captured the night perfectly. Torkelson’s performance in the 2025 A

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