Seattle Mariners celebrate Edgar Martinez's game-winning double from 1995
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Last updated Oct 9, 2026

On October 8, 1995, Edgar Martinez hit a crucial double in the 11th inning against the New York Yankees, propelling the Seattle Mariners to their first American League Championship Series. The memorable moment capped a historic comeback in the AL Division Series, where Seattle overcame a 2-0 deficit. The 1995 season marked a turning point for the franchise, which struggled with attendance and faced relocation. This victory ultimately helped secure the team's future in Seattle and led to the construction of T-Mobile Park.
- •Edgar Martinez's double occurred on October 8, 1995.
- •Mariners came back from 2-0 down against Yankees in ALDS.
- •Seattle faced potential relocation before the 1995 season.
- •The 1995 season led to the construction of T-Mobile Park.
- 3:15 AMYahoo Sports — Seattle Mariners History: Oct. 8, 1995; Mariners Advance to First ALCS
"The greatest single memory in the history of the franchise occurred on this day in 1995.
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