SEATTLE — Gleyber Torres is putting Game 1 of the ALDS on his shoulders.

It's not unnecessary pressure, but the Detroit Tigers second baseman takes responsibility as the leadoff hitter Saturday, Oct. 4, against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park, facing right-hander George Kirby . Not only will he be the first hitter in the game, but he also gets to be the first hitter in the best-of-five series.

He is determined to provide a quality plate appearance.

"I have to set the tone for the boys," Torres said before Saturday's game. "I didn't do a good job during the wild card, but that's the beauty of it. I've got another opportunity, another huge series to set the tone for the boys and try to do the job. Hopefully, I can keep doing work for the team." SCOUTING REPORT: Here's what

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