SEATTLE – This was a thing of beauty.

Something to just admire.

Watching Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch push all the right buttons i n a 3-2, 11-inning win over the Seattle Mariners in Game 1 of the ALDS on Saturday, Oct.5. More: Game 1 of ALDS couldn't have worked out better for Detroit Tigers

Then, the second part of that equation, watching the pitchers in the Tigers bullpen respond with an absolute brilliant performance. Guy after guy, coming out of the pen and just shoving. Throwing strikes. Showing no nerves just resolve. Sometimes in completely new roles under incredible pressure. The Tigers bullpen threw eight combined innings of relief and allowed one run on four hits. I mean, that’s incredible. Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick Cross now.

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