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Former Diamondbacks’ Suárez ALCS grand slam lights up Pacific Northwest and desert

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SEATTLE — Former Arizona Diamondbacks and current Seattle Mariners third baseman Eugenio Suárez sent shockwaves through the baseball world Friday night.

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Oct 17, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners third baseman Eugenio Suarez (28) tosses his bat after hitting a grand slam against the Toronto Blue Jays during the eighth inning during game five of the ALCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Facing the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 5 of the American League Championship Series, tied 2-2 in the bottom of the eighth inning, Suárez faced a bases-loaded and no-outs situation. Blue Jays pitcher Seranthony Domínguez threw Suárez a 98 mph fastball as the third baseman connected for an opposite-field grand slam.

Suárez’s grand slam paved the way for the Mariners to take Game 5, 6-2, putting Seattle one win away from reaching its first World Series in franchise history.

It was the first postseason grand slam by a Mariners player since Edgar Martinez hit one in 1995.

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Jul 12, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez (28) celebrates after hitting his second solo home run of the game during the fourth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

For Diamondbacks fans watching from afar, it was a bittersweet moment. A player known for his infectious energy during the season and a half he spent in the desert was now creating October magic, but for another team.

Suárez connected with Arizona fans during his brief stint with the team, earning a loyal following that has followed him into playoff baseball. Even with “Seattle” across his chest, D-backs fans couldn’t help but cheer for the former Diamondback and feel a sense of pride.

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Apr 26, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Eugenio Suarez (28) reacts after hitting his fourth home run of the game against the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

The grand slam carried emotions beyond numbers. For Seattle, it gave the city something to keep believing in. After back-to-back losses in tough fashion, Suárez’s game-winning hit reenergized Mariners fans, reminding them that their team is now one step closer to making history.

For Diamondbacks fans, it was a reminder of his time in Arizona, especially earlier this season. It might not have been the ending they wanted, but seeing a former Snake deliver the kind of moment they always knew he was capable of brought plenty of joy.

Oct 17, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners third baseman Eugenio Suarez (28) celebrates after winning game five of the ALCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs against the Toronto Blue Jays at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

As the Mariners head to Toronto for Game 6 and possibly Game 7, with a chance to reach the World Series, Diamondbacks fans will continue to watch and cheer for one who was once their own.

Suárez isn’t a D-back anymore, but part of that swing still belongs to Arizona. Diamondbacks fans won’t forget it, just as Mariners fans won’t anytime soon.

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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde

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