QUICK SUMMARY
The Mariners confirmed George Kirby and Luis Castillo as their starting pitchers for the first two playoff games against the Detroit Tigers this weekend. Coverage for Game 1 begins at 4:30 PM on KPUG, while the Seahawks prepare to host the Buccaneers on Sunday amid injury challenges.
The Mariners confirmed George Kirby and Luis Castillo as their starting pitchers for the first two games of the ALDS against the Detroit Tigers, who recently avenged their late-season collapse by defeating Cleveland in the Wild Card round. Game 1 coverage begins at 4:30 PM on KPUG, with first pitch scheduled for 5:38 PM. In the NFL, the Seahawks host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, looking to tie the 49ers for first place in the NFC West after winning their last three games. However, they will miss several top defensive players, including cornerback Devon Witherspoon and safety Julian Love. The Buccaneers, nursing injuries to star players Mike Evans and Bucky Irving, come in with a 3-1 record. Coverage for the Seahawks game starts at 11 AM, with kickoff at 1:05 PM on KGMI. In high school football, Lynden narrowly defeated Sehome 38-33, continuing a competitive season. Additional high school matchups will be covered by the Zone’s Friday Night Lights pregame show.